Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Position Details

• Employment Status: Full-Time

• Shift: Day (Weekdays)

Life Care Center of Ooltewah, TN

• In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments

• Part of a network of almost 200 skilled nursing facilities in 27 states

• Continuing education and growth opportunities

Position Summary

The PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)

• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.

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

• 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

• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times

• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility

• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation

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

• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

• 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

Essential Functions

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT

• Chart appropriately and timely

• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately

• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

• Assist in the evacuation of patients

• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance

• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer