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Arbor Post Acute is seeking a per diem Physical Therapy Assistant to support resident care and treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role involves direct patient interaction, documentation, and collaboration with the healthcare team, requiring a valid PTA license and strong communication skills.
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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.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Arbor Post Acute is seeking a per diem Physical Therapy Assistant to support resident care and treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role involves direct patient interaction, documentation, and collaboration with the healthcare team, requiring a valid PTA license and strong communication skills.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Resident-related activities
Direct resident care
Timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
Safe treatment environment
Infection control protocols
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 department equipment problems
Contribute to quality assurance
Relate positively with residents, families, staff
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)