Physical Therapy Assistant - Sigma Inc
Green Castle, IN 46135
About the Job
277784 - Physical Therapy Assistant - Green Castle, IN- 13 Weeks Contract
Sigma Healthcare staffing is currently looking for a PTA who will provide Physical Therapy and related services for patients under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy.
Shift: Monday - Friday, flexible schedule (9-5, 8-4, etc.)
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
Sigma Healthcare staffing is currently looking for a PTA who will provide Physical Therapy and related services for patients under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy.
Shift: Monday - Friday, flexible schedule (9-5, 8-4, etc.)
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the licensed physical therapist, optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients in facilities by assisting in screening and providing input to initial evaluation of all patients as appropriate, and implementing treatment for all assigned patients
- Provide direct supervision to rehab techs in tasks during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes appropriate utilization of resources and enhances quality of patient in accordance with state practice acts, federal regulations, and Reliant Rehabilitation.
- Build a strong physical therapy program by participating in actively integrating physical therapy's role into facility and interdisciplinary treatment plan;
- Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities.
- Maintain valid state license (where appropriate). Maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of physical therapy and the health care environment.
- Understands various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines, as well as clinically appropriate means/modes of delivery. Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines.
- Be compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a facility.
- Must be able to travel between facilities during scheduled hours.
- Must be able to work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
- Degree from an accredited school approved by CAPTE
- Current state licensure or eligibility in Physical Therapy in Indiana
- Has one (1) year outpatient experience or would consider New Grads with appropriate clinical rotations
- Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association
- Will display strong skills in flexibility, time management, leadership, and communication
- Focuses on the patient and providing the utmost in customer service excellence
- Experience with documentation utilizing an EMR
Source : Sigma Inc
