Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Shawnee Gardens Healthcare & Rehab Center, Shawnee, KS, United States
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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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.
Entry Qualifications
Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program
Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant
Physical Demands and Environment
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.
Other Requirements
Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of residents' protected health information.
Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and state and federal law regarding the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.
Benefits
401K
Annual Performance Evaluations
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability InsuranceLife Insurance
Electronic Documentation
Employee Appreciation Events
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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.
Entry Qualifications
Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program
Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant
Physical Demands and Environment
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.
Other Requirements
Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of residents' protected health information.
Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and state and federal law regarding the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.
Benefits
401K
Annual Performance Evaluations
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability InsuranceLife Insurance
Electronic Documentation
Employee Appreciation Events
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