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.
Communicates routinely with the supervising physical therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
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 with resident-related activities
Direct resident care
Timely and accurate documentation
Maintain safe treatment environment
Communicate with supervising physical therapist
Educate residents and families
Nice-to-have
Relate positively with residents and staff
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives
Key Requirements
Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program
Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state
CPR certification, if required by licensure
Proficient in computer skills (Net Health, Point Click Care)