PRN Physical Therapy Assistant

Rochester West is seeking a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our skilled rehabilitation team. The PRN PTA will work under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to carry out treatment plans, provide therapeutic interventions, and document patient progress. The role requires compassion, professionalism, and adherence to rehabilitation standards in line with the company's mission and goals. This role is on a PRN (as-needed) basis, offering flexible hours

Position: PRN Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $500 sign on bonus.

Job Responsibilities:

Maintain the standards for rehabilitation services in accordance with the Company Mission and Goals
Be courteous to all patients and respectful of them, their environment and their culture
Provide quality therapy services at every patient contact, including treatment interventions, program implementation, discharge planning and related documentation and communication under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
Prioritize and maintain a work schedule that is appropriate for the facility and in accordance with your employment
Assist Therapy management staff in maintaining a positive, productive, and beneficial working relationship with all Facility staff
Adhere to the policies and procedures necessary for day to day operations of the rehab department
Screen patients to determine the need for evaluation under the supervision of the PT
Treat patients to relieve pain and develop or restore function to achieve maximum performance under the supervision of a physical therapist
Monitor patient response to intervention, communicate any changes and follow through with all updates to the treatment modalities, goals, and frequency as needed under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
Fulfills documentation requirements in a complete, appropriate and timely manner
Communicate and collaborate with other team members regarding the care of clients receiving therapy services
Assist with data collection on patients progress under the supervising PT
Plan for patient's discharge when maximum benefits have been met in coordination with the supervising PT
Provide complete and correct billing summaries as required
Attend in-service education when provided to rehab staff
Maintain a neat and well-organized therapy department
Perform administrative duties to assist in the provision of therapy services
Identify all new rehab admissions and notify physical therapist when appropriate
Communicate upcoming patient discharges with Facility staff as required
Attend appropriate care plan meetings when requested
Provide in-service education to staff when requested
Supervise the physical therapist assistant student as appropriate
Provide other job-related tasks and duties as assigned

Reasons to join:

Great team environment
Supportive leadership staff
Competitive Wages