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Licensed Physical Therapist AssistantLife Care Center of Puyallup • Puyallup, WA, United States
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Center of Puyallup • Puyallup, WA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Life Care Center of Puyallup is located in a city known forits agricultural roots and community spirit. Residents benefit from the annualWashington State Fair, numerous parks, and a revitalized downtown area withshopping and dining options. Puyallup's friendly and welcoming atmosphere makesit an excellent place to live and work, offering a balance of suburban comfortand easy access to urban amenities in nearby Tacoma and Seattle. With scenictrails, local farmers' markets, and a strong sense of community, Puyallupprovides a high quality of life for residents and employees alike.

Life Care Center of Puyallup is a long-term care andpost-acute care facility, well known for its extraordinary customer service,high-quality nursing and therapy services, and high employee morale andretention. We are currently looking for a PRN Physical TherapistAssistant to join our team.

We also feature :

  • PRN : $40-$45 / hr DOE
  • Mentorship programs available - new grads welcome
  • Continuing education and growth opportunities
  • Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states
  • In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments

Position Summary

The PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
  • Currently registered / licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment
  • One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
  • CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment
  • Specific Job Requirements

  • Participates in community health matters / projects as appropriate
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
  • Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
  • Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
  • Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
  • Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
  • Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
  • Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to : patient rights, and safety and sanitation
  • Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc
  • Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and / or confidential information
  • Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
  • Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
  • Essential Functions

  • Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
  • Chart appropriately and timely
  • Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
  • Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
  • Assist in the evacuation of patients
  • Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
  • Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
  • Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
  • Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
  • Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
  • An Equal Opportunity Employer

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