Greenville Post Acute is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to assist with resident care and therapy-related activities. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree from an accredited PTA program and possess strong communication and documentation skills
Job Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.
Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
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Greenville Post Acute is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to assist with resident care and therapy-related activities. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree from an accredited PTA program and possess strong communication and documentation skills.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
resident-related activities
direct resident care
timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
safe treatment environment
infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols
communicate with supervising physical therapist
educate residents, families, and caregivers
recommend and facilitate ordering of durable medical equipment
maintain confidentiality of residents' information
report problems with department equipment
contribute to quality assurance
relate positively with residents, families, staff, and colleagues
Nice-to-have
participate in Resident Care conferences
assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides
provide in-services on training programs
Key Requirements
Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program
Proficient in computer skills (Net Health, Point Click Care)
Ability to read technical procedures
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions
Ability to solve practical problems
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions
Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state
Meet continuing education requirements per state practices