PTA - Vista Real

Vista Real Post Acute is looking to expand their team with a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)!

Pay: From $33 per hour + DOE

The PTA - provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements


* Must be currently registered/licensed in applicable State.

Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.


* Must be a graduate of an accredited 2-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association


* One (1) year experience preferred in post-acute care or related setting preferred


* Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation.

CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements


* Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate


* Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail


* Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs


* Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times


* Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action


* Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility


* Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department


* Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient care,, documentation and therapy software responsibilities, patient rights, and safety and sanitation


* Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.


* Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information


* Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures


* Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training