Physical Therapy Assistant

Position Overview: Provides quality rehabilitation care to residents under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with all laws, regulations and facility guidelines.

Basic Qualifications: Must speak English, provide own transportation

Skills & Requirements: Must possess the ability to read, write and speak the English language, communicate resident condition to others and make independent decisions as needed; must have common working knowledge of all rules, laws and regulations as defined by the state as it relates to physical therapy; must be patient, friendly, courteous and respectful to residents in any situation, including difficult ones; must be able to move frequently throughout the workday.

Experience: Patient care preferred . Will Train.

Location:

Deltona Practice: Monday & Tuesday(8am to 5pm)

Sanford Practice: Wednesday and Thursday(8am-5pm)

Casselberry: Friday(9-12 noon)

Competencies of Position Professionalism: Reports to work on time and as scheduled; keeps open communication with direct supervisors to ensure quality care of the residents; promotes teamwork, takes part in problem solving and displays a positive, caring attitude; consistently attends staff meetings, required in-services and other committees as assigned by the facility.

Safety Awareness: Follows safety program guidelines; immediately reports accidents and incidents to supervisors; identifies unsafe working areas and promptly reports to supervisors; promotes safety by working as safely and efficiently as possible; monitors resident rooms to ensure it is clean and neat at all times; consistently follows infection control and universal precautions and other guidelines; identifies and corrects or reports hazardous conditions to supervisors; understands facility emergency and evacuation protocols.

Customer Service: Treats all residents, families, co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect and takes initiative to exceed customer expectations; professional represents the facility, self and position to visitors and residents; demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to help to all visitors and residents; remains sensitive to all needs through listening, observing and responding appropriately for the position held.

Essential Job Duties . 1. Follows resident care plan and provides physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed PT. 2 Assists with transporting residents from rooms to lobby. 3. Thoroughly documents treatment progress in resident charts in an accurate and timely manner. 4. Maintains a positive working relationship with patients 5. Assists the PT in supervision of rehabilitation aides. 7. Documents appropriately and timely in

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Job Types: Temporary, Per diem

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Rotating weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Sanford, FL 32771: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person