Physical Therapist Assistant

PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA)

Pay range $32 to $40 hourly

Reports To: Physical Therapist

POSITION SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to assist with implementing patient treatment programs in accordance with federal guidelines and applicable state practice acts.

The statements below describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities, duties, and required skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

• Assessment: Collect assessment data as part of the evaluation process, as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist and as permitted by the applicable state practice act.

• Direct Patient Treatment: Provide direct treatment to residents according to the plan of care established by the supervising Physical Therapist.

• Progress Documentation: Document resident progress toward established treatment goals.

• Patient and Caregiver Education: Teach exercises to residents, family members, and caregivers. Provide instruction on the use and care of orthotic devices, prosthetic devices, and other assistive equipment, as applicable.

• Documentation and Compliance: Complete required forms and documentation in accordance with company policies and applicable state and federal regulations.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree from a program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Shift work may be required.

• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk, and hear.

• Occasionally required to assist with lifting and transferring patients weighing between 100 and 250 pounds.

• May occasionally be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids, fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made, in accordance with applicable law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.