What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at Crestmont North Nursing Home?
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Treats you as family
Shows you respect
Cares about you and your life outside of work
Provides flexibility with scheduling
Offers a laid back, yet professional atmosphere
Has a stable and dedicated leadership team
Crestmont North is a 71-bed nursing facility located in the heart of Lakewood on Detroit Avenue conveniently located on the RTA bus line.
At Crestmont North we know that quality of care starts with our employees. We believe that if we take excellent care of our employees, they will take excellent care of our residents.
We offer skilled nursing care, long term and short-term patients along with all therapy services.
Apply today and become a part of our family!
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
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 licensed Physical Therapist.
- Communicates with patient, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
- Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
- Communicates with patient, 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.
- Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.
- Meets or exceeds the productivity standards as established with Supervisor.
- Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients and others at all times.
- Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication.
- Effectively communicates with therapists concerning patients’ response to treatment plan.
- Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant curriculum.
- Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
- Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources.
- Full knowledge of resident’s rights.
- Ability to multitask.
- CPR certification.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $1.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)
Work Location: One location