Physical Therapy Assistant – Pta

Physical Therapy Assistant – Pta

Requirements

• Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) with current license in the state of employment
• Minimum one-year experience as a PTA in an acute care setting
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance in your name as a driver
• Capable of all physical demands

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy as ordered by the attending physician
• Observe and monitor patient conditions and notify the Physical Therapist of any changes in the patient’s condition
• Treat patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means
• Assess functional problems and provide intervention in conjunction with the Physical Therapist
• Counsel patients and families on disease/injury management and instruct on proper use of equipment
• Complete all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines
• Understand and follow agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings

Preferred Qualifications

• Home care experience preferred