Physical Therapist Assistant - Foothill Acres Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844
About the Job
Foothill Acres Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, a premier Sub Acute and Long-Term Care facility is looking for a talented Pysical Therapist Assistant to join our team. We are a state-of-the-art modern facility looking for devoted, ambitious and reliable individuals who will maintain our prestigious rehabilitation standards. The right candidate will enjoy a great work environment and a highly competitive salary plus benefits
Start discovering what it feels like to be working alongside a dedicated team striving to drive quality clinical outcomes and elevate therapy services to a new level.
Qualifications
1. Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Physical Therapy that is recognized by the APTA.
2. Holds current license and/or registration in the state (as applicable)
Job Responsibilities
1. Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of a PT according to state practice guidelines.
2. Assist PT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.
3. Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain the co-signature of the PT.
4. Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, recertifications and discharges.
5. Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.
6. Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.
7. Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.
8. Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.
9. Complete billing and bill patients ethically and accurately for physical therapy services rendered.
10. Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary.
11. Supervise junior PTA staff members or students as needed.
12. Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families.
13. Provide in-service education regarding patient care or physical therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals and/or community as needed.
14. Comply with all facility and safety policies and procedures.
15. Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.
16. Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and project a professional image at all times.
17. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers.