Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Company: Select Rehabilitation
Location: Chicopee
Posted on: March 11, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Requirements: Completion of 2 year Physical Therapist Assistant Program. State Licensure.Supervision: Physical Therapist Assistant will report directly to the supervising Physical Therapist, who is responsible for overseeing direct clinical skills, documentation skills, and the compliance to all professional standards. The PTA will carry out treatment plans as established by the RPT. The PTA will report to the Regional Manager for Paid Time Off approval, daily facility and corporate operations.Job Description: The PTA is responsible for the treatment for residents who demonstrate disorders of musculoskeletal deficiencies, neurological conditions, balance disorders, and transfer/gait deficits. Treatment will only be conducted after a written order is received from the physician.The PTA is responsible for the screening of residents (when appropriate).The PTA is responsible for the completion of all necessary documentation (All documentation will be co-signed by the RPT)The PTA is responsible for attending all required facility meetings and in-services, including Medicare meetings, patient staffing, family meetings, care plans.The PTA will in cooperation with the Regional Manager, develop programs appropriate to the needs of the residents in the facility, to assist them in achieving their highest feasible level of functioning.The PTA will assist the facility in meeting the standards necessary to obtain state, federal, and other appropriate certifications.The PTA will employ and follow all appropriate facility infection control policies and procedures and will respect and follow OBRA Resident's Rights Guidelines.The PTA is responsible for the appropriate scheduling of residents on caseload in addition to all required in-services and meetings.The PTA will contact the Regional Manager if productivity levels consistently fall below or exceed the standard to indicate the need for additional staffing or the need for assistance in screening and identifying residents in need of PT services.The PTA is responsible for the scheduling and completing of in-services for facility staff education.The PTA will present her/himself in a professional manner at all times including professional conduct, professional communication, and appropriate dress while in the facility.Other duties as assignedPandoLogic. Category: , Keywords: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

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