Location: Englishtown,NJ, USA
ExcelCare at Manalapan 104 Pension Rd, Englishtown, NJ 07726
NOW HIRING: Physical Therapy Assistant
Join the team at Excelcare at Manalapan for an exciting journey in your career path. Our staff feels valued, happy, and enthusiastic because Excelcare at Manalapan is the place they want to be!
Benefits we offer our Physical Therapy Assistant:
Competitive Benefits Package
Referral Incentive Program
PTO
Tuition Reimbursement
Opportunity for growth
Hands-on Management team
Flexible schedule
Employee recognition incentives
Job Description:
The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of the Physical Therapist to implement treatment plans and assist residents in their rehabilitation journey.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out treatment plan and gather objective data for Section GG collection during Annual, Quarterly, Falls, and Significant Change screenings.
Treatment Support: Implement treatment plans as directed by the Physical Therapist, including exercises, modalities, and mobility training.
Monitoring: Observe residents' performance and report any changes or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of resident progress and any interventions provided. Comfortable and knowledgeable with Point of Service( PoS) care delivery and documentation. Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of resident evaluations, treatment plans, daily and progress notes, HMO/Manage care progress updates in EMRs( InnovaHealth/Net Health/PCC).
Education: Educate residents, family members, and care staff on safe mobility techniques and exercises for continued progress. Conducts remote check-in through remote therapeutic monitoring(RTM) with discharged patients to home or next level of care.
Team Collaboration: Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, following the guidance of the Physical Therapist and in cooperation with other rehab staff.
Qualifications:
State licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
EMR and MS office applications.
CPR/BLS certification.
Knowledge of Section GG data collection and documentation requirements.
Strong clinical and interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to supervise assistants, technicians/aids and student/interns.
Modality Certification +
Experience in LTPAC/LTC clinical programs are always a plus