The Physical Therapy Assistant will play a crucial role in assisting physical therapists in providing high-quality rehabilitative services to residents, with a focus on restoring mobility, improving strength and function, and enhancing overall quality of life.
Schedule: Full-Time, Weekdays, Weekends, 8 Hour Shifts, Holidays, Rotating Weekends
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
- Assist physical therapists in conducting assessments to evaluate residents’ physical abilities, functional status, and rehabilitation needs through comprehensive assessments.
- Implement individualized treatment plans developed by Physical Therapists, including physical exercises, activities, and interventions aimed at improving residents’ functional abilities and achieving treatment goals.
- Provide hands-on assistance and guidance to residents during therapy sessions, ensuring safety, proper technique, and optimal outcomes.
- Utilize adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and environment modifications to facilitate residents’ participation in therapy activities and enhance their independence in daily tasks.
- Document resident progress, treatment interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
- Communicate effectively with physical therapists, nursing staff, and other team members to coordinate care, share information, and promote continuity of services.
- Collaborate with residents and their families to establish realistic goals, educate them on therapeutic techniques and strategies, and provide support and encouragement throughout the rehabilitation process.
- Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and discharge planning discussions to contribute to resident care planning and goal setting.
- Stay current on best practices, evidence-based interventions, and regulatory changes in the field of physical therapy, participating in continuing education and professional development activities as needed.
- Maintain professional licensure and adhere to ethical standards set forth by relevant professional organizations.
- Perform all other duties assigned.
