What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist (PT) Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) position at Layton Physical Therapy?
Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), where you will play a vital role in restoring and enhancing patients' mobility, strength, and overall well-being. Your expertise in physiotherapy and patient care will make a meaningful difference every day.
Duties
- Assess patients’ physical conditions through detailed evaluations, including physiology and anatomy knowledge, to inform treatment strategies.
- Deliver targeted therapy interventions such as trigger point therapy, mobility exercises, manual therapy techniques, and patient education to facilitate recovery.
- Document clinical findings accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems while adhering to clinical documentation standards.
- Engage with patients during outpatient visits to promote active participation in their recovery process.
- Monitor progress regularly and adjust treatment plans accordingly to optimize outcomes for each patient.
- Communicate effectively with clients and their families about treatment goals, progress updates, and post-discharge care instructions.
Qualifications
- Valid licensure or certification as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant in accordance with state regulations.
- Proven experience practicing in a physical therapy role within inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, or home health settings.
- Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and physiotherapy techniques such as trigger point therapy.
- Experience working with geriatric patients, pediatrics, orthopedics, neurology, and outpatient rehabilitation is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with clinical documentation standards and electronic health records (EHR) or electronic medical records (EMR) systems for accurate patient care documentation.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals across disciplines to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Excellent client communication skills to educate patients on treatment procedures and post-discharge care.
- Demonstrated ability to handle discharge planning efficiently while managing acute care needs and outpatient rehabilitation requirements.
- Prior experience working in hospital, inpatient environments, and/or outpatient experience is also highly valued.
Join us in delivering exceptional patient-centered care that transforms lives! Your dedication will help patients regain independence and achieve their health goals through innovative therapies and compassionate support.
Pay: $23.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $55