Physical Therapy Assistant Consistent PRN

Description

Vertis Therapy is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant for consistent PRN hours for our beautiful Assisted Living facility in Marion, IN.

This position provides a flexible schedule. and one-on-one treatments. Vertis Therapy is therapist-owned and operated company that specializes in providing patient-centered care.

*Consistent hours during week or weekend

*Flexible Schedule

*Experienced Team

*1:1 Treatments

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) performs physical therapy treatments under the clinical supervision of the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the area of Physical Therapy.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• •Provide Physical Therapy treatments to patients according to treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
• •Assist the Physical Therapist when performing tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.
• •Observe, record and report to the Physical Therapist patient conditions, reactions and responses related to treatment.
• •Maintain daily records of treatments and document progress notes on patients as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• •Assist the Physical Therapist in consulting with family members, physicians and other health care professionals, as appropriate.
• •Assist with the care of the Physical Therapy department and equipment.
• •Assisting the Physical Therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned by the Physical Therapist.
• •Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical currency.
• •Act in compliance with Vertis Therapy Management Policies and Procedures, State, Federal and Professional Organization regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
• •Attend and participate in staff meetings and other meetings as requested.
• •Perform other duties, as assigned.

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Requirements

• •Associate of Science degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.
• •Current license or eligible for license under statutes in the state of practice.
• •Prefer minimum one (1) year rehabilitation experience in setting serving the same age/type of patient population served by this facility.
• •Prefer active membership in the state and national American Physical Therapy Association.
• •Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• •Adequate computer skills in order to complete required job duties and computerized documentation.
• •Ability to understand and follow the directions of the Physical Therapist and the policies and procedures of Vertis Therapy.