Lead Physical Therapy Assistant - Full-time - Waukesha

Lead Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Lead Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our EMPLOYEE-OWNED TEAM in Waukesha. Join our Symbria Team and make a meaningful impact as a Full-time Lead PTA!

Position Highlights

Onsite at Waukesha Rehab & Nursing (Linden Grove)

Full-time

Competitive pay, aligned with market guidelines

PTO 21 days

Full suite of benefits

HSA, FHA and company paid EAP

Professional liability coverage

100% employer-funded ESOP retirement plan

CEUs

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Responsibilities

• Obtain necessary background information from assigned patient's chart.
• Assist supervising Physical Therapist in obtaining specific evaluation data within areas of established expertise.
• Seeks assistance from supervising Physical Therapist to obtain evaluation data outside of Physical Therapy Assistant experience.
• Establish appropriate short and long-term goals within areas of treatment expertise for assigned patients, and select and adapt treatment techniques to meet established goals and meet individual patient needs.
• Discuss treatment plan with patient and family as indicated.
• Complete all required clinical and billing documentation as indicated and submit in a timely manner.
• Administer the prescribed physical therapy program to restore and maintain maximum function and prevent disability. The following modalities may be used for this purpose :
• Therapeutic exercises and activity for lower extremity function.
• Therapeutic exercises and activity for strengthening and balance.
• Exercises and activity to improve coordination.
• Instructions in self-care, including transfers, bed mobility and ambulation.
• Education in body mechanics, work simplification and joint protection.
• Maintain productivity standards.
• Full utilization of technology provided to document and enhance client care.

Qualifications

Why work at Symbria?

All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.