Physical Therapist Assistant

Description

Why work for us?

• Competitive Hourly Wage

• Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 403b.

• Paid Time Off Plan

• Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work

• Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First Warm and Friendly Work Environment

• Flexible Schedule

JOB SUMMARY:

Direct supervision from the Program Manager or Therapist for each patient/resident assigned to the Physical Therapist and is dependent on the nature of the skilled tasks and the complexities of the patients=/residents= presenting condition. May receive clinical supervision from Therapists.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Responsible for carrying out Care Plan as designed by the Physical Therapist (PT). Assist the PT during evaluations.

• Monitor resident’s progress and communicate with PT.

• Maintain documentation in system of resident’s activities, record progress and document billing activities. Perform Resident’s Home Assessment as part of the discharge process as directed by the PT.

• Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy as directed by the PT.

QUALIFICATION YOU POSSESS:

Education and Experience:AA Degree from an APTA accredited program. Licensure where required by law.Two (2) years’ experience in a health care setting preferred. Outpatient experience is required.

Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https:/info.flclearinghouse.com/.

EOE, Drug Free Workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer

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