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Join the Pine Acres Team !!

Required Qualifications"

The Physical Therapist Assistant must possess:

v A valid, unrestricted license in his/her therapy discipline in the state.

v Meet educational requirements of his/her licensure requirements.

v Valid driver’s license in the state of employment.

v Knowledgeable of skilled nursing home regulations, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Implements the physical therapy treatment plan as established by the physical therapist in accordance with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) in accordance with guidelines issued by the governing body and its respective affiliate state chapter, current state and federal laws and regulations; and respective practice act(s) in the state.

Documents physical therapy services by charting in the resident medical record.

Prepares required documentation according to facility policy for billing purposes, discharge planning, etc. and as instructed by the physical therapist or rehabilitation director.

Treats residents with a variety of physical therapy techniques including but not limited to manual exercise, therapeutic activities and exercise, orthotic management, and use of modalities.

Participates in daily, weekly, and/or monthly rehabilitative and interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss residents’ therapy progression in relation to discharge planning for residents receiving physical therapy services as designated by the rehabilitation director or physical therapist.

Facilitates, serves, attends or participates in various committees of the facility as necessary.

New Graduates Welcome.

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