Job description

Great In-House Opportunity!

Seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join the team Part-Time at AristaCare at Whiting, a beautiful SNF in Whiting, NJ!

Flexible scheduling! Weekday availability!

Premium Rates!

The Staff Therapist Assistant performs patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist. Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all patients, clients and team members. Consistently attends work and provides appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off Maintains productivity standard as determined by supervisor and clinical needs. Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations. Treat patients according to treatment plan. Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines. Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines. Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs as directed by staff therapist. Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed. Participate in in-service training program for other staff at the facility. Participate in facility performance improvement programs Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and other staff within the Rehab department. Screen patients based upon identified need per State Practice Act.

WORKING CONDITIONS Works in well-lighted/ventilated office and therapy areas. Sitting, standing, bending, lifting and moving intermittently during working hours. Involved with patients, family members, personnel, etc., under all conditions/circumstances. Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors. Must be constantly alert for patient’s safety. Attend and participate in continuing educational programs. Subject to lifting, carrying and supporting patients.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS Current registration/licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant Maintain documentation of supervision per state guidelines

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to move (walk, stoop, bend, stand, sit push, pull, and lift) intermittently throughout the workday. Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately, so that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with patients, clients and team members. Must be able to lift patients, medical equipment, supplies, etc. to 50 lbs.

EOE

Job Type: Part-time

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Whiting, NJ: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Work Location: One location

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