Kalispell Assisted Living is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for their Santa Monica location to support the Physical Therapist in providing direct care to residents. The role involves documentation, resident education, and collaboration with the healthcare team, requiring a licensed PTA with an associate degree
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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Kalispell Assisted Living is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for their Santa Monica location to support the Physical Therapist in providing direct care to residents. The role involves documentation, resident education, and collaboration with the healthcare team, requiring a licensed PTA with an associate degree.
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
Nice-to-have
participate in Resident Care conferences
assist nursing department with training
provide in-services on training programs
contribute to quality assurance initiatives
relate positively with residents and staff
Key Requirements
Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program
Proficient in computer skills (Net Health, Point Click Care)
Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state
Meet continuing education requirements per state practices