Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Type: Full-time PRN

Wage Range: $36 - $45 DOE

New Grads Welcome

Benefits(full-time):

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• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
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• Flexible scheduling
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• Student loan repayment
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• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
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• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
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• Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
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• Life insurance, short/long term disability
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• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts
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Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

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• Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
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• Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
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• Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
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• A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs
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Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Position Summary

The PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

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• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
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• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
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• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
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• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
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Specific Job Requirements

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• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
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• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
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• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
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• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
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• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
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• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
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• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
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• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
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• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
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• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
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• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
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• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
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Essential Functions

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• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
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• Chart appropriately and timely
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• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
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• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
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• Assist in the evacuation of patients
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• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
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• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
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• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
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• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
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• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
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An Equal Opportunity Employer