Physical Therapy Assistant - Fee for Service

Speech Tactics is the premier comprehensive pediatric therapy agency in Charlotte, NC, and Monroe, NC. With the expansion of our amazing team and facility, we have created space and opportunity for talented Physical Therapy Assistants to JOIN THE SPEECH TACTICS FAMILY! We look forward to sharing our mission and vision with like-minded, compassionate therapists with a heart for serving children and families beyond therapy!

Who we’re looking for…

We are looking for PTAs who love working with children and are eager to work with a collaborative, forward-thinking team. Spanish Fluency is a PLUS! We are looking for someone who finds value in working closely with an interdisciplinary team that includes speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, behavioral therapists, psychologists, parents, social workers, educators, counselors, and all other professionals who are involved in and INVESTED in the growth and advancement of the children and families we serve daily, in our clinic as well as in the community. The ideal candidate for this role is a person who values growth and shows integrity through their words and actions. We seek strong candidates who embody our company's values: Compassion, Integrity, Growth, Community, Empowerment, and Service.

WHAT TO EXPECT AT SPEECH TACTICS?

• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Mentorship/Leadership development
• Team Engagement/Team-Building
• Competitive Compensation
• Quarterly Commission Bonus Structure
• An organization that encourages creative, innovative, and collaborative approaches.

Responsibilities for Physical Therapy Assistant

• Provides physical therapy services planned, delegated, and supervised by the qualified Physical Therapist in accordance with the patient’s Plan of Treatment
• Collaborate with the Supervising Physical Therapist regularly regarding the patient’s treatment plan, progress toward goals, questions, and concerns.
• Assists with cleaning and maintaining PT equipment, treatment, and therapy areas.
• Communicates patient’s needs and progress to the Physical Therapist and assists in securing special adaptive equipment for patient to improve function
• Incorporates the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehabilitation program.
• Maintains and submits patient treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, and local, state, and federal regulations
• Participates in all team meetings, staff development programs, and workshops
• Maintain continuing education units as required by company policy and regulatory boards
• Coordinate with healthcare professionals working with their clients and refer clients to specialists when appropriate.
• Perform ongoing physical therapy reassessments as allowable and according to standards of practice for PTAs.
• Implement treatment plan on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to client progress.

Qualifications

• Proven record of matching patient needs to treatment plans and proven record of implementing these plans safely and effectively.
• Experience administering a wide range of pediatric physical therapy techniques.
• Knowledge of responsible use of facility equipment, and best practices for equipment.
• Experience with implementing assistive equipment to clients or home health follow-up programs.
• Experience with a wide range of pediatric injuries.
• A strong sense of empathy, a compassionate outlook on PT, and the ability to motivate patients to push their limits in a responsible, safe way.
• Spanish Fluency is a PLUS!

Education and Experience

• At least 1 year of experience providing physical therapy to pediatric clients; however a candidate with strong training experience will be considered.
• Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting from an accredited PTA program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in pediatric therapy practice
• Current PTA credentials/license for the state of operation.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.