Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN) (Healthcare)
Westminster St. Augustine, located in the beautiful World Golf Village area of North St. Johns County, has immediate openings for an On-Call Physical Therapy Assistant. You will, under direct supervision from the Program Manager or Therapist for each patient/resident be assigned to the Physical Therapist and dependent on the nature of the skilled tasks and the complexities of the patients/residents presenting condition. May receive clinical supervision from Therapists.
EOE, DFWP - "We honor those who have served."
We Offer:
- Flexible scheduling
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Resident Christmas Fund for Employees
- Free Flu Shots and Hepatitis B Vaccinations
- Discounted meals
- Tickets at Work – discount pricing on travel and entertainment options
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and it's communities.
- Responsible for carrying out Care Plan as designed by the Physical Therapist (PT).
- Assist the PT during evaluations.
- Monitor resident's progress and communicate with PT.
- Maintain documentation in system of resident's activities, record progress and document billing activities.
- Perform Resident's Home Assessment as part of the discharge process as directed by the PT.
- Perform Resident's screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy as directed by the PT.
The above job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the assignments and responsibilities assigned to any employees; nor are such assignments restricted to those precisely listed in this description. This job description may change from time to time as the needs of the organization change.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
AA Degree from an APTA accredited program. Licensure where required by law.
Two (2) years experience in a health care setting preferred.
Physical and Environmental Requirements. The physical activities of this position
involve:
Fingering, Lifting up to 40 lbs., Standing, Grasping, Pushing, Stooping, Kneeling, Reaching,
Sensory and communicative activities with or without prosthetics of this position are:
Feeling, Smelling, Hearing, Speaking, Seeing, Tasting
An individual in this position will be exposed to:
Inside environmental conditions, Blood borne pathogens, Physical hazards using equipment, Respiratory hazards
Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress of this position.
Education
Required- Associate Degree or better in Physical Therapy Assistant
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Physical Therapy Assist
