Physical Therapist Assistant

Description

Position at Plum Tree Care Center

Job description :

Plum Tree Care Center, a Generations Healthcare facility, is in search of a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility has an outstanding reputation in the healthcare industry with a high rating for quality patient care. We are committed to providing kind, competent and compassionate services to those entrusted to our care and an enjoyable work environment for our staff. If you are passionate about therapy and helping residents meet their full potential, then this is the right place for you.

Job Description :

The primary role of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is to assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists.

Key Responsibilities :

• Implements and executes on established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a therapist.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
• Communicates with patients, families and other clinical staff of treatment variations.
• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification regulatory, reimbursement requirements and physician treatment plan.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.

Benefits :

We offer a competitive salary, rewarding healthcare benefits and excellent career growth opportunities.

Qualifications :

Generations Healthcare's Mission :

Generations Healthcare was founded upon the belief that caring for the sick, the elderly, and the infirm is a special and sacred stewardship. It is our mission to have this belief reflected in everything we do : in the presentation of our homes, in the professionalism of our staff, and in the daily delivery of care to our residents and their families. It is our purpose that whoever enters a Generations home will be met with kindness, competence, and compassion.

We invite you to make a difference in the lives of others and our residents, who represent a Lifetime of Memories, a Lifetime of Care, and a Lifetime of Love. Please submit your resume for consideration.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time, Per diem ($42.00-$52.00 / hr)