Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA
PRN, Non-exempt, Essential Personnel

Job Description

Join Our Therapy Team in a Bright, State-of-the-Art Therapy Suite

Tired of windowless gyms and cramped spaces? Come work in a therapy department designed for both patient healing and provider well-being. Our facility features a bright and airy open-concept therapy floor to keep your energy high throughout the day. You’ll have the space and the light you need to focus on what matters most: helping our residents regain their independence.

Are you looking to put your skills and the compassion you have for people to work, with an employer that values you and the work you do? If so, St. Elizabeth, a Vierra Communities property, is looking for you. If you are motivated, reliable and have a strong work ethic, we invite you to join our amazing team in providing our residents and patients with compassion and excellent care. We offer extremely generous and competitive pay and benefits and a positive work environment with a team that is committed to growth and providing excellent care.

Major Duties and Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Optimize the physical abilities and skills of patients by performing or supervising therapy
  staff in the following activities: initiating referrals; evaluating and treating appropriate
  patients; complying with Minimum Data Set procedures; effectively participating in the care
  planning process; appropriately documenting progress toward identified objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient’s family, the staff and other professionals as appropriate.
• Conducts screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for
  intervention/treatment.
• Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members.
• Develops treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including long and short-term goals and
  methods to achieve identified goals.
• Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members.
• Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in the treatment plan.
• Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals
  in accordance with physicians’ orders.
• Develops appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the patient in his/her own environment.
• Documents result of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services.
• Adapts treatment to meet the individual needs of the patients
• Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics. Trains patient,
  family and appropriate staff in the use or application of the above.
• Participates in discharge planning.
• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned and per JD.
• Must be able to write, read and speak English.

Required Qualifications:

• License to practice Physical Therapy within the state
• Successful completion of the National Certification Examination for Physical Therapist
• Experience with long-term care and /or geriatric care is preferred
• Must pass a criminal background check
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must have the patience, empathy, and compassion needed to care for elderly patients
• Ability to work cooperatively with other healthcare professionals

About Vierra:

St. Elizabeth, Vierra Communities, is a family-owned and operated community that provides a truly unique health & rehabilitation experience. We have a close-knit staff that will do anything to create the best community and experience for our residents

Vierra's Culture & Mission:

We have a positive, supportive and thriving culture that supports and encourages innovation, leadership, warmth and compassion and excellence. Our Mission: to advance and redefine healthcare.

PRN Benefits:

• 7 Holidays
• Sick Leave
• 401(k) immediate enrollment with match
• Referral Bonus Program

Disclaimer:

Vierra Communities provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vierra complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.