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Physical Therapist Assistant

Viva Talent Solutions

#Rehabilitation #Medical Records #Patient Care #Healthcare #Licensure #Clinical Documentation #Physical Therapist Assistant #Occupational Therapist Assistant #PTA

Quick overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides direct physical therapy interventions as delegated by a licensed therapist. They are also responsible for documenting treatments and tracking patient progress in medical records.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited Assistant program and hold current registration or licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant. A high school diploma or equivalent is also required.

high schoolprofessional certificateTeamworkCommunicationProfessionalismPatient careMedical record documentationEthical behaviorResident rights advocacyPhysical therapy interventions

Job description

Are you a person who believes in providing great care?
Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives?
Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?
WHAT WE'RE ABOUT We believe care goes beyond a medical chart.
With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

Requirements

You care.

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is to provide direct physical therapy interventions as planned, delegated, and supervised by the Physical Therapist. The person in this role will also record treatments given and note progress in medical records. In this role, you are entrusted to ensure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our residents at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities

Demonstrates commitment to company's mission, values, and standards of ethical behavior. Models a positive and professional image that emulates the organization's mission and encourages a spirit of cooperation with co-workers. Assists co-workers and promotes teamwork by sharing information useful to achieving desired results. Ensures that all residents are treated fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect, and their rights are protected at all times. Respects and upholds all residents' personal and property rights whenever carrying out duties, including knocking before entering a resident's room. Complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures. Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants High school diploma or equivalent required. Commitment to the company mission to consistently deliver high quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion and integrity, and to enrich every life we touch. Embracing the company values of care & compassion, community, honesty & integrity, teamwork, innovation and safety. Must have current registration/licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant