PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN
$49,920–$80,080 year
On-siteBeatrice, Nebraska, United States
Job Summary
Assist patients, residents, and clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan under the supervision of a physical therapist to improve quality of life and daily activity performance. Provide, monitor, and record therapy services for individuals with physical, cognitive, and developmental impairments while selecting, implementing, and modifying therapeutic interventions consistent with patient goals and state licensure requirements. Exchange information with the physical therapist regarding patient responses and communications during interventions, and document outcomes related to targeted physical therapy achievements. Perform other related duties as requested and adhere to accepted clinical practice guidelines. Focus on post-acute, long-term care, and home health care environments based on facility needs.
Required Qualifications
- Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure
- Must also be a graduate through an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state(s) of practice
- Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment
- Valid driver's license
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