Physical Therapy Assistant ( inpatient)

 Westminster Communities of Florida is currently seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant.  The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out the care plan as designed by the Physical Therapist or Therapy Program Manager.  With direct supervision from the Program Manager or Therapist for each patient/resident assigned to the Physical Therapist and is dependent on the nature of the skilled tasks and the complexities of the patients/residents presenting condition.

May receive clinical supervision from Therapists.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities.
1.

Responsible for carrying out Care Plan as designed by the Physical Therapist (PT).
2.

Assist the PT during evaluations.
3.

Monitor resident’s progress and communicate with PT.
4.

Maintain documentation in system of resident’s activities, record progress and document billing activities.
5.

Perform Resident’s Home Assessment as part of the discharge process as directed by the PT.
6.

Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy as directed by the PT.

“EOE, DFWP – “We honor those who have served.””

Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

Experience

Preferred


* 2 year(s): Experience in a health care setting preferred.

Education

Required


* Associate Degree or better in Physical Therapy Assistant

Licenses & Certifications

Required


* Physical Therapy Assist

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