What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant-must have PTA license position at Trinity Rehabilitation (a MS based company)?
We are looking for a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients improve their mobility, strength, and quality of life. You will work closely and under the direction of the physical therapist, treating patients with medical problems or other conditions that limit their ability to move or perform functional activities. Fantastic therapy team already in place at Jasper General Nursing home/swing bed!!! NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY!! MUST HAVE PTA LICENSE TO APPLY!!!
Responsibilities
- Implement selected components of care and interventions in a technically competent manner
- Instruct and counsel patients effectively in exercises
- Identify patient’s needs and exhibit compassion, caring, and empathy to individual differences
- Recommend options, courses of action or modifications in selected treatments ensuring patient’s progress, safety and comfort
- Apply the latest research related to restoring function, reducing symptoms frequency, and preventing injury
- Complete documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services
- Perform selected data collection and obtain accurate information
- Measure performance and report on patient’s medical record
- Participate in patient status judgments
- Adhere to ethical and legal standards
- Ensure continued competence and updated field knowledge
Skills
- Proven working experience as physical therapist assistant
- Excellent knowledge of physiology best practices and standards
- Hands on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training and physical modalities
- Ability to communicate and instruct effectively
- Health care administration and documentation skills
- License to practice or relevant certification
- Associate or BS degree in PTA
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Bay Springs, MS 39422 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bay Springs, MS 39422: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $54,699 - $73,482