Newport Memory Care is seeking a Remote Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in providing care and rehabilitation services to residents. The role involves collaboration with a supervising physical therapist and requires proper documentation, treatment protocols, and effective communication with residents and their families
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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Newport Memory Care is seeking a Remote Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in providing care and rehabilitation services to residents. The role involves collaboration with a supervising physical therapist and requires proper documentation, treatment protocols, and effective communication with residents and their families.
Salary
$40+
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
resident-related activities
direct resident care
timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
safe treatment environment
infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance
communicate with supervising physical therapist
educate residents, families, and caregivers
recommend and facilitate ordering of durable medical equipment
maintain confidentiality of resident information
report department equipment problems
contribute to quality assurance
relate positively with residents, families, and staff
Nice-to-have
participate in Resident Care conferences
assist nursing department with training
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
Ability to apply mathematical concepts
Ability to solve practical problems
Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state
Meet continuing education requirements per state practices