What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant position at STAR Physical Therapy?
Job Description
** _Our Physical Therapist Assistants Enjoy_** **:**
- Perform therapeutic interventions for patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, including modality treatments, therapeutic exercises, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy, ADL training, and wound dressing.
- Record patient progress and response to treatment in medical charts.
- Report patient status to physicians and healthcare personnel; measure range of motion, strength, and vital signs as needed.
- Instruct patients and families on assistive devices and home exercise techniques.
- Provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistant students and technicians.
- Assist in quality assurance programs as directed by the Physical Therapist.
- Ensure technical proficiency in physical therapy principles, concepts, and techniques.
- Must have certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of employment.
- Graduate from CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Exercise, manual-based skills with sports rehabilitation experience
- Current state of Virginia license or license eligible
- Excellent patient care and communication skills with the ability to multitask while providing an exceptional experience for anyone who enters the clinic
- A passion for physical therapy and patient care
- Outgoing and energetic personality. Most importantly – you need to have FUN while you work!
- The mindset and determination to emotionally invest and crush all your work goals
** _Our Physical Therapist Assistants Enjoy_** **:**
- Competitive Compensation
- Continuing education opportunities.
- Excellent benefits package including 401(k)!
- Health/Dental/RX Benefits.
- Paid Time Off, plus Major Holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Get to interact with a great team, support staff, and so much more!
