What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant position at ARC PT Plus?
Overview
Clinic: ARC Physical Therapy
Position: Physical Therapist AssistantLocation: Lebanon, Missouri
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 1 preferred; New grads welcome
Who We Are:
At ARC Physical Therapy , our mission is simple: be a catalyst of change in the marketplace. Through excellence in care, ARC Physical Therapy is committed to helping patients recover quickly and get back to what they love to do. With industry-leading physical, occupational, and hand therapy clinics in Kansas, Missouri, and Arkansas we are here to serve our communities and have been doing so for the past 20 years.
As the leading workers' compensation experts, we are focused on industry standard-setting outcomes and individualized treatment that translates to attention to detail, improved patient education, communication, and motivation. If you share the same commitment as we do, want to sharpen, or learn new skills, and love what you do daily, this position may be what you are looking for!
What you’ll do:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team at ARC Physical Therapy . As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care to our patients, ensuring their recovery and well-being.
- Assist in assessing patients to develop and initiate treatment plans based on the evaluation results
- Assist in reviewing the physician's referral (prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, following established protocols and patient care guidelines
- Document findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers
- Support in ensuring patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians meets standards
- Assist in completing written plans of care, developing goals based on evaluation findings, and contributing to comprehensive programs to attain goals
- Support in implementing physical therapy treatment programs and providing essential physical therapy treatments
- Communicate effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies, under the guidance of a Physical Therapist
- Assist in ensuring timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports
What you need:
- Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program. New graduates are encouraged to apply; we’d love for you to start your career with us!
- Current state of Missouri license and CPR certification
- Ability to create and implement outpatient balance and vestibular rehabilitation-setting treatment plans or willingness to learn
- Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
- Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office,
Additional Info:
- Achievable Therapist Incentive Production Bonus
- Monday - Friday schedule (8:00 AM- 5:00PM)
- A unique opportunity to provide exceptional care to a lower-volume patient base
- Training and support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount plans
- Excellent benefits package including 401k, health, dental,
- Generous paid time off package
- Family-friendly work environment
- Clinic mentorship for professional development, specialization, and growth
- Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive
