Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

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Job description

Under New Ownership!

In House Therapy Team

Poplar Hill Health and Rehab (formerly known as Fauquier Health Rehabilitation and Nursing Center)

Competitive Salary
Flexible scheduling
Excellent Benefits (health, dental + vision)
Generous vacation (PTO) package

Poplar Hill Health and Rehab (formerly known as Fauquier Health Rehabilitation and Nursing Center) is looking to hire a Full Time and PRN Physical Therapy Assistant PTA to provide rehabilitation services for our patients.

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for assisting in organizing and conducting physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation outcomes. We are an innovative, forward-thinking employer who values our employees and the individuals we care for.

We are an innovative, forward-thinking employer who values our employees and the individuals we care for. Poplar Hill Health and Rehab is a fast-paced skilled nursing facility in Warrenton, VA providing exceptional rehabilitation services for both short- and long-term residents. We offer a great benefits package with PTO, 401K, holiday pay. Apply today!

Duties and Responsibilities for Physical Therapy Assistant PTA:

Administers therapy under supervision of a Physical Therapist and completes all documentation related to resident care. All documentation must be co-signed by Physical Therapist.
Prepares, maintains and cleans treatment areas, including preparing equipment and resident for physical therapy.
Orients resident to procedures involved and reassures resident before and during treatment. Responsible for resident's safety while in physical therapy.
Performs routine office duties such as answering the telephone, receiving residents and filing records, reports, case histories and statistical studies, etc.
Observes, records, and reports to Physical Therapist conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.
Makes recommendations to Physical Therapist about how methods and procedures can be improved.
Transports resident to and from therapy room or performs physical therapy in resident's room.
Demonstrates and instructs residents and nursing personnel on the use of medical appliances, exercises, positioning, transferring and any other appropriate methods.
With input of Physical Therapist, prepares residents discharge plans in coordination with other team members, including the timely ordering of all equipment and or assistive devices required.
Performs all tasks and duties in an efficient and safe manner.
Performs other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by departmental and facility needs.

Requirements/Qualifications for Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Full time:

Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice, VA.
Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.

EEOC

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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