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.
The role requires completing timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
Employees must educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
Matching Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Treat residents as directed by Physical Therapist
Complete timely accurate compliant documentation
Maintain safe treatment environment protocols
Communicate with interdisciplinary team and families
Educate residents on home exercise programs
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with residents
Experience with Net Health or Point Click Care
Participate in quality assurance initiatives
Assist nursing department with training Restorative Aides
Key Requirements
Associate Degree from accredited PTA program
Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant in the state
CPR certification if required by licensure
Proficient in Net Health and Point Click Care software