Part-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for Kingwood, WV at ODYSSEY REHABILITATION

Kingwood, West Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Therapy, Patient Care, Documentation, Communication, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Team Collaboration, Treatment Planning

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Kingwood, WV 26537 Education Level: Graduate of Physical Therapy Job Category: Health Care Job Description: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Reports to: Physical Therapist/Clinical Manager JOB SUMMARY: The Physical Therapist Assistant implements physical therapy programs and provides physical therapy treatments to customers to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist Essential Functions: Implements customer’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist; Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises; Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures; Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Physical Therapist; Instructs customers, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist; Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each customer; Maintains appropriate and timely customer and non-customer documentation for all customers treated; Attends and contributes to customer care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the Physical Therapist; Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary; Puts Customer Service First: Ensures that customers and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association. Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice. He/she must be able and willing to practice physical therapy per state guidelines. Must possess good organizational and time management skills. Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant implements individualized treatment plans and provides physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. They also assist in organizing treatment groups and instructing customers and caregivers in therapy techniques.