Physical Therapist Assistant

Description

Join us at the Nexus of care and compassion.

Physical Therapist Assistant Benefits:

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefits coverage
• 401K Plan
• Employee rewards program
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Weekly & Monthly Employee Appreciation Events
• Birthday & Anniversary Celebrations
• Growth from within
• Team-oriented work environment

Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities:

• Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain, improve or restore function, and promote healing.
• Provides skilled physical therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referrals to Physical Therapist.
• Implements and modifies the patient’s physical therapy plan of treatment with PT supervision.
• Measures & records patient’s motor function, strength, and muscle performance.
• Monitor patient response to treatment intervention and modify treatment approach and directive as clinically appropriate with IDT collaboration.
• Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers.
• Ensure documentation is completed thoroughly and timely and complies with all company and state/federal regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Physical Therapist Assistant Qualifications:

• Active/Valid Illinois license as Physical Therapy Assistant
• SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices.
• Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.