Respitory Therapy Assistant

Cottagegrovepa

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Assist physical therapist with resident care
Maintain safe treatment environment
Complete timely and accurate documentation
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care

Job Summary

  • The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.
  • They maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols while ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant documentation.
  • The role involves educating residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals and safety techniques, as well as recommending necessary durable medical equipment to facilitate independence.

Matching Summary

The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • assist physical therapist with resident care
  • maintain safe treatment environment
  • complete timely and accurate documentation
  • communicate with interdisciplinary team
  • educate residents and caregivers
  • recommend durable medical equipment

Nice-to-have

  • participate in resident care conferences
  • provide in-services training to staff
  • contribute to quality assurance initiatives
  • relate effectively with residents and families

Key Requirements

  • Associate Degree from accredited PTA program
  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in state
  • CPR certification if required by licensure
  • meet continuing education requirements
  • maintain license in good standing

Work Rights

Not specified

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