Physical Therapist Assistant at The Meridian Galveston
Galveston, TX
About the Job
_*** The Meridian Galveston***_
_*** $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS !!! ** APPLY TODAY *_
*Job Summary:*
Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist as mandated by State Practice Act. Possesses training and education which allows him/her to assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out prescribed treatment program.
_To learn more about our company, please visit the link: https://www.themeridian-galveston.com/_
*Essential Functions:*
* · Understand applicable state Practice Act and adhere to the laws which govern how Physical Therapist Assistants may practice under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
* · Review the VibrantCare Clinical Operations Policies & Procedures Manual on a yearly basis and adhere to the policies and procedures set forth.
* · Complete all Medicare compliance trainings as required by regulations and/or VibrantCare policies.
* · Complete Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training on a yearly basis and adhere to standards set forth in OSHA standards and other governmental regulations.
* · Clean and prepare treatment areas and equipment following OSHA guidelines.
* · Carry out skilled treatment programs as directed by a licensed Physical Therapist.
* · Communicate patient comments and activities to therapists clearly via verbal or written word.
* · Document in charts using accepted medical terminology and format.
* · Complete written documentation (daily notes, charge tickets, etc.) legibly, appropriately and in a timely fashion in order to meet facility, physician and payor deadlines.
* · Maintain open and respectful communication with co-workers, physicians, patients, family members, third party payors and others at all times.
* · Attend and/or participate in facility meetings as directed by Center Manager (may include utilization review, infection control, disaster preparedness, etc.)
* · Completes sufficient ongoing continuing education coursework to meet state licensure requirements for the defined reporting period
* · Maintains a current CPR certification that meets state licensure requirements
*Required Credentials:*
* · Graduation from a physical therapist assistant or physical therapist education program accredited by CAPTE or in the case of a graduate of an international physical therapist assistant program or international physical therapist program from a non-CAPTE accredited program seeking licensure, certification, or registration as a physical therapist assistant, a substantially equivalent education
* · Current valid State license/registration/certification
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Geriatrics
Experience:
* nursing home: 1 year (Preferred)
* PTA: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* CPR Certification (Preferred)
* Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
_*** $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS !!! ** APPLY TODAY *_
*Job Summary:*
Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist as mandated by State Practice Act. Possesses training and education which allows him/her to assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out prescribed treatment program.
_To learn more about our company, please visit the link: https://www.themeridian-galveston.com/_
*Essential Functions:*
* · Understand applicable state Practice Act and adhere to the laws which govern how Physical Therapist Assistants may practice under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
* · Review the VibrantCare Clinical Operations Policies & Procedures Manual on a yearly basis and adhere to the policies and procedures set forth.
* · Complete all Medicare compliance trainings as required by regulations and/or VibrantCare policies.
* · Complete Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training on a yearly basis and adhere to standards set forth in OSHA standards and other governmental regulations.
* · Clean and prepare treatment areas and equipment following OSHA guidelines.
* · Carry out skilled treatment programs as directed by a licensed Physical Therapist.
* · Communicate patient comments and activities to therapists clearly via verbal or written word.
* · Document in charts using accepted medical terminology and format.
* · Complete written documentation (daily notes, charge tickets, etc.) legibly, appropriately and in a timely fashion in order to meet facility, physician and payor deadlines.
* · Maintain open and respectful communication with co-workers, physicians, patients, family members, third party payors and others at all times.
* · Attend and/or participate in facility meetings as directed by Center Manager (may include utilization review, infection control, disaster preparedness, etc.)
* · Completes sufficient ongoing continuing education coursework to meet state licensure requirements for the defined reporting period
* · Maintains a current CPR certification that meets state licensure requirements
*Required Credentials:*
* · Graduation from a physical therapist assistant or physical therapist education program accredited by CAPTE or in the case of a graduate of an international physical therapist assistant program or international physical therapist program from a non-CAPTE accredited program seeking licensure, certification, or registration as a physical therapist assistant, a substantially equivalent education
* · Current valid State license/registration/certification
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Geriatrics
Experience:
* nursing home: 1 year (Preferred)
* PTA: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* CPR Certification (Preferred)
* Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person