Job Description

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides physical therapy treatments as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Documents all treatments and services in the medical record.
• Participates in care conferences and rehabilitation meetings.
• Communicates resident progress, concerns, and plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Participates in in-service and training programs.
• Completes daily treatment and productivity documentation per policy.
• Instructs families and staff on maintenance programs as directed.
• Assists with cleaning and maintaining the therapy department and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state license (if required).
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must meet health screening requirements, including drug testing and physical exam if required.
• Able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent standing and walking.
• Occasional sitting, reaching, bending, lifting, and fine motor use.
• Ability to safely assist with transferring patients (100–250 lbs.) as needed.
• Ability to see, hear, read, write, and communicate clearly.
• Occasional travel may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• May be exposed to blood, body fluids, airborne particles, and cleaning chemicals.
• Moderate noise level typical of a healthcare setting.

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