Therapy - Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Specialty : Physical Therapy Assistant

Position Duties and 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.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
• 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.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.
• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.
• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards as established with designated Director.
• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients and others at all times.
• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication.
• Attends required meetings as designed by the Clinical Director.
• Effectively communicates with therapists concerning patients response to treatment plan.
• Provides constructive feedback to rehab gym aides.
• Attends in-services, training sessions or other educational presentations.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.
• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.
• Maintains awareness of patient and community needs, conditions, and programs.
• Manages a waitlist of patients and assists receptionists with filling your schedule.
• Other duties as assigned. Required Skills and Abilities :
• Work with a diverse group of coworkers and patients.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient with Google Suite.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have CPR-AED certification or be willing to get them.
• Good organizational skills.
• Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources.
• Full knowledge of patient s rights.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.
• Able to multitask.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in the English language Education and Experience :
• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program (required)
• Have, or obtain, an Oregon Physical Therapy Assistant License (required)
• Have, or obtain, BLS (CPR-AED) certification (required) Preferences :
• 1-year Physical Therapy Assistant experience (preferred not required)
• Network Data handling (preferred not required) Physical Requirements :
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to sit and / or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Gross manipulation : seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s).
• Must be able to bend, squat, crouch, kneel, stoop, crawl push, and pull as needed especially in fulfilling patient care activities.

Benefits

• Day-One Benefits : Health, vision, and dental coverage
• Weekly Pay : Direct deposit available
• Referral Bonus : Earn rewards for referring new team members
• State License Reimbursement Options

Listed pay packages are based on weekly gross amounts.

Please reference Job number : 176451