Physical Therapy Assistant

Position Summary

Moorings Park is seeking a dedicated and talented Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. The licensed Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy services to clients under the supervision of the Physical Therapist. The PT carries out the treatment plan delineated by the PT and assists the PT in resident treatment. The PT assistant shall not evaluate residents or initiate changes in a resident’s program unless specifically directed by the PT.

The PTAs may perform screenings at the discretion of the supervising PT.

• Provides patient services as assigned and is directly supervised by the Physical Therapist.
• Assists the PT in the provision of direct patient treatment, including:
  • Treat with active and passive exercises, muscle re-education, gait and functional training.
  • Administer therapy modalities as prescribed by a physician and monitor plan effectiveness.
  • Arrange for continued Physical Therapy services when indicated, with an outpatient facility.
  • Observe and report patient progress or lack of progress to the physician.
  • Communicate with interdisciplinary team regularly to coordinate care.
  • Educate patient and/or family regarding the therapy program and safety.
  • Fit, evaluate, and adjust adaptive devices.
  • Prepare patient/family for discharge.
  • Document accurately and timely the patient’s treatment, care, evaluation, and progress, and communications with other staff members.
  • Participate in in-services, QAPI program, and patient care conferences.
  • Attend in-services and assume responsibility for continuing education and maintaining current knowledge.
• Works with confidential data disclosure; actively promotes resident confidentiality and rights.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required.
• May be required to remain on duty during emergencies or natural disasters.
• Graduate of an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Current registration with the American Physical Therapy Association; meets CEU and HIV licensure requirements.

• FREE health and dental insurance
• FREE telemedicine services for medical and behavioral health needs
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Wellness program with complimentary access to our on-site fitness center
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive and caring executive leadership team