Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Centers of America


Date: 1 week ago
City: Federal Way, WA
Salary: $40 - $45 per hour
Contract type: Full time
Life Care Center of Federal Way is nestled between Seattle and Tacoma, offering a perfect blend of urban amenities and suburban tranquility. Residents enjoy access to beautiful parks, such as Dash Point State Park, and a vibrant community with diverse dining and shopping options. Federal Way's proximity to the Puget Sound provides ample opportunities for water activities and scenic views.

Life Care Center of Federal Way is a long-term care and post-acute care facility. Well known for its extraordinary customer service, high quality nursing and therapy services, high employee morale & retention, as well as its beautiful lakeside view. We are looking for a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team.

We Also Feature

  • PRN: $40-$45/hr DOE
  • In-house rehab programs with collaborative work environments and supportive teams
  • Part of a network of nearly 200 skilled nursing facilities
  • Continuing education and growth opportunities

Position Summary

The 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 Requirements

  • Graduate 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 preferred
  • CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

  • Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
  • Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
  • Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
  • Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
  • Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
  • Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
  • Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
  • Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
  • Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
  • Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
  • Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

  • Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
  • Chart appropriately and timely
  • Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
  • Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
  • Assist in the evacuation of patients
  • Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
  • Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
  • Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
  • Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
  • Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

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