Physical Therapist Assistant

Reno, NV Other
POSTED ON 3/12/2024

Position Summary


Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury


As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will:

  • Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determine a diagnosis prior to intervention.

  • Plan, prepare, or carry out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction in patients.

  • Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit. 

  • Applies concepts of infection control/universal precautions in performing patient care

  • Assure continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation

  • Provide effective communication to patient/family, team members and other health care professionals

  • Promote agency philosophy and administrative policies

  • Maintain and complete all documentation within company stated guidelines. 


Requirements

  • Successful completion of accredited physical therapy program and state licensure exam.

  • Valid Physical Therapy license

  • Valid state driver’s license

  • 1 year of home health experience preferred

  • AHA CPR certification

  • Valid Driver’s License

  • Valid Auto Insurance

  • HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods.

  • Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push up to 100 lbs..

Benefits and Perks

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • 401k with matching

  • Health Savings Account

  • Life Insurance

  • Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

  • Paid Time Off

  • Paid Holidays

  • Mileage Reimbursement    

Hourly Wage Estimation for Physical Therapist Assistant in Reno, NV
$23.96 to $29.48
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