What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at Lampasas Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
We have an amazing opportunity for a Full-Time Physical Therapy Assistant!
We are looking for a PTA to join our in-house team of outstanding professionals that service our residents through person-centered care to achieve positive outcomes!
Benefits:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Ancillary policies including AD&D, STD, Cardiac, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement
- Whole and Term Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Immediate 401(k)
- Unparalleled Corporate Support
Responsibilities:
- Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain, improve or restore function, and promote healing.
- Provides skilled physical therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Physical Therapist
- Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referrals to Physical Therapist
- Implements and modifies the patient’s physical therapy plan of treatment with PT supervision.
- Measures & records patient’s motor function, strength, and muscle performance
- Monitor patient response to treatment intervention and modify treatment approach and directive as clinically appropriate with IDT collaboration.
- Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers.
- Ensure documentation is completed thoroughly and timely and complies with all company and state/federal regulatory requirements.
- Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab.
Requirements:
- Active/Valid Texas license as Physical Therapy Assistant
- In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
- SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
- Current knowledge of treatment practices
- Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.
- Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.
Career Advantages
- In-house Rehab (non-contracted)!
- New Grads welcome to apply!
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits!
- Flexible Schedules!
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.