Position: Physical Therapist Assistant - Geriatric
Salary Range: $28-$34 per hour, 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday with weekend rotation.
Job Description:
This client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Physical Therapist Assistant to join its team and provide specialized care to its geriatric patients. As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will work closely with our team of physical therapists to provide high-quality rehabilitation services to our elderly patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for geriatric patients under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
- Perform therapeutic exercises and activities to improve patients' strength, mobility, and range of motion.
- Utilize modalities such as heat, cold, and electrical stimulation to relieve pain and promote healing.
- Educate patients and their families on proper techniques for performing exercises and activities at home.
- Monitor patients' progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient treatment and progress.
- Adhere to all ethical and legal standards of practice.
Qualifications:
- Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current state license or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with geriatric patients.
- Strong knowledge of geriatric conditions and treatment techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.