What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prestige Care Center of Fairfield-FT-Physical Therapy Assistant-PTA position at Prestige Healthcare?
Seeking a FULL TIME Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join the team at Prestige Care Center of Fairfield in Fairfield, IA! Beautiful 73 bed SNF! Really nice therapy gym! Rehab-to-home population!
Comprehensive Benefits for Full-Time
Address: 400 Highland St., Fairfield, IA 52556
The primary responsibility of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is to provide direct physical therapy interventions as planned, delegated, and supervised by the Physical Therapist. The person in this role will also record treatments given and note progress in medical records. In this role, you are entrusted to ensure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our residents at all times.
- Provide physical therapy individualized treatment plans and needed updates to increase client’s independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with physician’s orders
- Communicate changes in resident’s condition
- Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting clinical documentation
- Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other Care staff
- Provide education and training to patient, caregiver, and community partners
- Ensure compliance with all community mandatory education, training and competence programs
- Perform screening rounds as directed by Director of Rehabilitation to assess for client needs and environmental safety
- Provide recommendations to Director of Rehab and other team members opportunities for business improvement, safety concerns or other update
Ability to prioritize and multi-task priorities
Detail oriented and follow through
Effective and efficient time management skills
Works well with people, including staff, residents and families
Ability to solve problems effectively
Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited 2-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association
License: Current, unencumbered, active Physical Therapy Assistant License (required)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fairfield, IA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $49,100 - $62,100