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.
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
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Direct resident care
Timely documentation
Maintain safe treatment environment
Communicate with supervising therapist
Educate residents and families
Nice-to-have
Participate in care conferences
Assist nursing with training
Provide in-services to staff
Contribute to quality assurance
Key Requirements
Associate Degree from accredited PTA program
Proficient in computer skills (Net Health, Point Click Care)