Position Title: Physical Therapist Assistant - Geriatric
Salary Range: $28.03 - $30.81 per hour
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday, no weekend rotation
Job Summary:
As a Physical Therapist Assistant at this facility, you will play a crucial role in helping our geriatric patients achieve their maximum physical potential and maintain their independence. You will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for our patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct patient evaluations and assessments to determine their physical abilities and limitations
- Assist the Physical Therapist in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans
- Administer therapeutic exercises and modalities to improve patients' strength, mobility, and range of motion
- Monitor and document patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Educate patients and their families on exercises and techniques to continue their progress at home
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care for patients
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient treatments and progress
- Comply with all facility policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations
Qualifications:
- Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program
- Current state license or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working with geriatric patients
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
- Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in the field of physical therapy