Physical Therapist Assistant Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

We are currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate provides for his or her patients and exceeding expectations. As a Physical Therapist Assistant you will assist the Physical Therapist with individuals and helping develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Provide therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Physical Therapist consistent with the patient's approved Plan of Treatment.
Observe patients during treatment, compiles data and report patient's progress to Physical Therapist.
Act as a liaison and maintains contact with patients, Physical Therapist, Clinical Manager(s), other members of the healthcare team and the community in assuring effective care coordination and appropriate resource referrals.
Recommend to Physical Therapist possible modification to existing physical therapy treatment plans and training needs to achieve maximum results.
Maintain and submit documents as required by the Company and/or facility.
Accurately and thoroughly document patient care observations, interventions and evaluation on the day services are rendered. Assist qualified Therapist with preparation of patient progress notes.
- Participate in Performance Improvement activities as assigned. Communicate information that enable collection and root cause analysis of data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct in relation to information that is confidential in nature. Share information only when recipient's right to access is clearly established and sharing of such information is in the best interest of the patient.
- Maintain/enhance clinical practice skills by attending, participating in/conducting staff development/continuing education program.

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Job summary 2

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, is at all times responsible to follow all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the Physical Therapist; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records.
Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.

Requirements & Skills 2

Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.
Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the supervising nurse, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition.
Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy in which they can participate to assist the patient.
- Visits patient according to Plan of Treatment.
- Participates in developing the Plan of Treatment.
- Participates in staff conferences and committees as necessary.

Job summary 3

Put your physical therapy skills to work where they're really needed -evaluate a patient's condition, develop a treatment plan, and help them get better, day by day. You'll also instruct the nursing staff and the patient's families on follow-through programs that build on the progress they've made.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.
Make presentations to support marketing efforts, at team conferences and in-services.
Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws

Requirements & Skills 3

Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice.
Current CPR certification is required.
Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Job summary 4

We are looking to hire a Physical Therapist Assistant to work at our facility. The Physical Therapist Assistant shall provide treatment under the supervision of a license Physical Therapist. Therapy shall be provided on the basis of a written plan of care.

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Requirements & Skills 4

Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in-state.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of appropriate therapy principles and practices.
- Knowledge of therapy principles and practices specific to the geriatric population.
- Basic knowledge of computers, copiers, calculators, and fax machines.

Job summary 5

We are looking for an educated and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients improve their mobility and move forward. You will work closely and under the direction of the physical therapist, treating patients with medical problems or other conditions that limit their ability to move or perform functional activities.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Requirements & Skills 5

Proven working experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant
Excellent knowledge of physiology best practices and standards
Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training and physical modalities
- Ability to communicate and instruct effectively
- Health care administration and documentation skills
- License to practice or relevant certification

Job summary 6

We are looking for Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA).

Duties & Responsibilities 6

The PTA will deliver rehabilitation care to all residents in need. This includes the direct patient care services of evaluating and developing a treatment plan for long term care and acute care patients.
The PTA is an integral part of our multi-disciplinary team, working closely with nursing and all other rehab and facility staff.

Requirements & Skills 6

2 year degree from an accredited PTA school
- Must have current State License
- Experience with geriatric population preferred but not required
- Ability to type 40 wpm

Job summary 7

The Physical Therapist Assistant delivers quality therapy services to patients by performing evaluations and developing individual treatment plans and goals to maximize functional outcomes.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Evaluates/assesses patients in a systematic and thorough manner; establishes appropriate treatment plans and goals within specified time frames; administers appropriate treatments to patients; knowledge and skill in therapeutic exercises, modalities, rehab equipment, manual techniques, transfers and ADL.
Maintains timely and accurate medical records; records legibly in patient charts; completes reports in an organized, thorough and timely manner.
Fosters communication with other therapists, physicians, nurses, volunteers, patients and families and other hospital personnel to establish department support; attends and provides quality input to team conferences, departmental meetings, and other hospital meetings.
Instruction and supervision in patient care of PT assistants, rehabilitation technicians and student affiliates in a respectful, courteous and consistent manner; assist in performance appraisals of current/new personnel or students.
- Completes all patient and family education; provides information on outside resources to meet the patient's specific needs.
- Attends department and hospital inservices; attends one seminar/conference annually.
- Assists with teaching/training of new/current personnel.

Requirements & Skills 7

Bachelor's degree
One to two years of clinical experience
- Basic computer and data entry skills
- Licensed Physical Therapy; CPR certified
- Member of the American Phyiscal Therapy Association (APTA)

Job summary 8

We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Evaluating patients to determine eligibility and need for physical therapy services
Enhancing patients’ abilities by using a variety of techniques and/or therapeutic intervention strategies
- Providing appropriate therapeutic services
- Preparing Evaluation Reports
- Performing all related work, documentation, and reporting, as required

Requirements & Skills 8

Must be licensed as Physical Therapist (PT) in-state
Possession of (or willingness to obtain) up-to-date clearances
Proof of individual professional liability insurance (or willingness to obtain)

Job summary 9

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to assist with a patient's treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Provides direct treatment to residents as directed by and according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist.
Documents resident progress towards meeting established goals.
- Teaches exercises to residents, family members, and caregivers and may provide instruction in the use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assisting apparatus.
- Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 9

Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program.
Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant.

Job summary 10

We are currently looking for Physical Therapist Assistants to work in skilled nursing facility setting.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Treat residents under direction of a Physical Therapist
- Assist Physical Therapist in developing treatment plans for each patient
- Communicates with supervisor to address any issues or needs that patient may have
- Records clinical documentation of treatment plans and progress of each patient.

Requirements & Skills 10

Must be a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in-state
Previous experience preferred

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