Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant at Aurora

Position SummaryThe PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws regulations and Life Care standards.Education Experience and Licensure RequirementsGraduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferredCPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.Specific Job RequirementsParticipates in community health matters/projects as appropriateMust be proficient in Microsoft Word Excel and e mailLiaisons with patients families support departments etc. to adequately plan for patient needsDemonstrate good body mechanics at all timesMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws regulations and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs goals objectives policies and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates vendors etc.Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life CaresCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance trainingEssential FunctionsFollow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PTChart appropriately and timelyUtilize therapy software appropriately and accuratelyExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit stand bend lift push pull stoop walk reach and move intermittently during working hoursRead write speak and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer Key Skills EMR Systems,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Physiology Knowledge,Workers' Compensation Law,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Patient Service Experience,Medicare Employment Type : Gig Experience: years Vacancy: 1