Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Long Term Care

Overview

What Makes us the best choice for your career!

At HealthPRO Heritage we have a higher calling with regards to our patients, team members and clients.  We create meaningful relationships and have opportunities for every stage of your career.  We  come  from every setting, location and background but we all share the ”higher calling” passion in everything we do – personally and professionally.  Are you one of us?

• Compassion that is in a love of people
• Ambition to make a difference in the lives of others
• Desire to be a part of something bigger than ourselves

We are looking for a Full Time Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant/PTA to join our team in Falls Church, VA where you can make a difference in the lives of our patients. 

Skilled Nursing Setting - Short Term and Long Term Rehab

Starting pay $32/hr based on experience and qualifying interview, M-F Schedule

Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program REQUIRED 

Full benefit package:

Health/dental/vision/life insurance beginning 1st of the month after hire, CEU360 (free CEUs)

401k, Paid time off, New grad mentorship, Competitive pay, Great leadership & support

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapy Assistant is a skilled technical worker who performs direct resident care activities under the clinical supervision of the Physical Therapist.

1.  Provide physical therapy treatments to residents according to treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.  

2.  Assist the Physical Therapist when performing tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.  

3.  Observe, record and report to the therapist the conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.  

4.  Maintain daily records of treatments and document progress notes on residents as directed by the therapist.  

5.  Assist with admission screening.  

6.  Assist the therapist in consulting with family members, physicians and other health care professionals, as appropriate.  

7.  Assist with the care of the physical therapy department and equipment.  

Qualifications

1.  Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program.  

2.  Current license or eligible for license under statutes in the state of practice.  

3.  Prefer experience in a setting serving the same age/type of resident population served by this facility.  

4.  Excellent oral and written communication (neat handwriting) and interpersonal skills.  

5.  Ability to understand and follow the directions of the Physical Therapist and the policies and procedures of the facility.

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