What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant - Altoona position at Senior LIFE?
Overview
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant Needed to Join Growing Healthcare Facility!
Full Time - Monday through Friday
No Weekends, Evenings or Holidays!
*Must have Indirect PTA License*
Benefits of the Physical Therapist Assistant:
- Monday - Friday, Daylight Schedule
- Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- 401k
- Travel Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays Off
Responsibilities
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Assisting the resident Physical Therapist in all aspects of member therapy and care plan needs
- Providing interventions based on specific needs, including therapeutic exercise, gait training, ambulation and other physical assistance
- Monitoring and documenting treatments and interventions, ensuring all members of interdisciplinary teams have access to this vital information
- Updating Plans of Care based on progress and evolving needs
- Identifying areas for individual and group improvements and enhancements, and implementing new procedures and processes under the supervision of the Physical Therapist
- Developing group exercise programs for maintenance therapy members
- Aiding in in-home treatment programs, including goal setting and exercise, plus family and caregiver education
- Assessing progress and determining comprehensive courses of action to improve outcomes or maintain success
- Additional responsibilities as needed
Qualifications
Candidates must be licensed Physical Therapy Assistants in Pennsylvania, and be committed to the coursework/workshops required to maintain licensing. Additionally, candidates should have at least one year’s experience working in a PTA role. A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license is also required to be considered for this position.
EOE