What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) position at Midwest Health, Inc.?
Pioneer Ridge Health & Rehab is looking for a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to provide treatments, tests and evaluations of residents under the supervision of the Registered Physical Therapist.
Must have Current Physical Therapy Assistant License
Duties and Responsibilities:
Must have Current Physical Therapy Assistant License
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reports to on-site Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapist.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration between Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy for planning treatments.
- Responsible for all Physical Therapy treatments on a day to day basis. Evaluates resident performance and communicates to nursing and physicians.
- Documents resident’s progress and treatments in accordance with therapy plans as directed by the Registered Physical Therapist.
- May be responsible for maintaining and inventorying all durable medical equipment. Orders supplies and equipment for the therapy department.
- May be required to participate in some meetings, for example, Quality Assurance, Restraint meetings, and Care Planning.
- Responsible for all therapy billing, questionnaires, and progress notes.