Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full Time 

Benefits of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):

• It Really Pays to Have a Friend! Refer Your Friend (CNA/LPN) and Earn $$$$!
• Daily Pay Option! Your pay, when you need it! Get paid daily!
• Competitive Pay
• One location; No daily travel!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package and 401k
• Core Benefits start the first day of the month following date of hire!
• PTO to include holidays, vacation and sick time.
• Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support
• Employee recognition through various awards and programs
• A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) 
• An employer who cares about YOU

201 Franklin Farm Ln, Chambersburg, PA 17202.

Are you a highly skilled, compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) looking for a flexible schedule and the opportunity to improve the quality of life of residents at a 186 bed industry leading Skilled nursing facility? Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center has the perfect opportunity for YOU!

Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center is a NEWLY transformed facility, offering a dynamic work environment that cares about our staff's life goals. Come take a tour and meet our Strong, Stable, Leadership Team! See for yourself the amazing changes at Laurel Lakes!

Requirements of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):

• Graduate of an accredited PTA is required and must have a valid professional license by discipline for state of PA Indirect License required. 
• Must possess, an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university for Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
• Must have experience in an assistant capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility. 
• Must possess the ability to interpret the policies and procedures of physical therapy.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of therapy areas.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing therapy services.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.

Rehabilitation Techs are utilized to assist therapists with resident transport and administrative functions. The rehab department utilizes Optima Therapy for billing and documentation to assist therapists with daily efficiency where quality care remains the primary focus of each therapist. The facility has a 7-day a week, In-House comprehensive rehabilitation program that is an integral member of the interdisciplinary team. Our rehab positions are stable and secure at one location. Each rehab department offers spacious state of the art equipment and ADL Suites.

Responsibilities of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing our physical therapy services as well as its programs and activities, as directed by the Facility’s Physical Therapists.
• Assist in developing and maintaining physical therapy standards.
• Assist in standardizing the methods in which therapy will be accomplished.
• Review physical therapy policies, procedures, manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes.
• Assist in interpreting physical therapy policies and procedures to personnel, residents, family members, etc., as necessary.
• Participate and assist in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments, etc., as necessary
• Maintain a current file of residents who have been treated.
• Maintain treatment records, resident files, and progress notes as required.
• Ensure resident records are not lost or mishandled.
• Ensure the Business Office receives charges for physical therapy rendered to residents.
• Maintain and adequate liaison with families and residents.
• Interview residents, or family members, as necessary.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting to the Physical Therapist, as required.

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Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.