What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at Recover-Care Healthcare?
Pta Summary
- Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to assist with a patient's treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.
- Provides direct treatment to residents as directed by and according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Documents resident progress towards meeting established goals.
- Teaches exercises to residents, family members, and caregivers and may provide instruction in the use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assisting apparatus.
- Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
- Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program
- Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant
- Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear.
- Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
- In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s
- protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.
- the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.
- 401K
- Annual Performance Evaluations
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Electronic Documentation
- Employee Appreciation Events
Salary : $27 - $33