PRN Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Evergreen Crossing & Loft -

PRN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (PTA)

CommuniCare Rehab , a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies has a PRN position available for a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) at Evergreen Crossing and the Lofts Healthcare Center .

Our therapists are in-house and members of the CommuniCare family . This is an exciting opportunity making a direct impact through therapy.

As a CommuniCare employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans . We offer full time employees a menu of benefit options from life and disability plans to medical , dental and vision coverage , from quality benefit carriers .

We also offer 401(k) with employer match and Flexible Spending Accounts .

Qualifications :

• Physical therapy assistant (PTA) education, obtained in a CAPTE-accredited two-year associate degree program
• Agree to abide by the APTA Practice Standards / Code of Conduct
• Attain a passing score on the national licensure examination
• Physical Therapy Assistant License (Required)
• Competency in therapy treatment principles, techniques, materials and equipment utilization
• Knowledge of state and federal accreditation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Must be able to travel as necessary

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Verifies client information by interviewing client; reviewing and / or recording medical history; confirming purpose of treatment
• Helps clients improve their quality of life by helping them compensate for limitations, such as, helping injured workers improve their motor skills and re-enter the labor force, and teaching persons with learning disabilities live with increased independence to use public transportation and increase their mobility independence.
• Implements treatment plan through direct treatment and collaboration with Physical Therapist, education of treatment staff which includes fellow therapists and other members of team involved in the treatment plan.
• Maintain professional growth and development, by participating in continuing education programs, and other approved learning experiences.
• Maintains confidentiality of all medical record, facility and rehab related information.
• Maintains accurate billing information in accordance with facility procedures daily.
• Assist in leading interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate to relay clinical findings and make recommendations to other members of the rehab team.
• Complies with the documentation requirements of the rehab department and facility under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist with staff / family training and education when appropriate by formal and informal in-services as well as consultations.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.

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