Newport News, Virginia
Riverside Therapy Group is now hiring for a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Lifelong Health and Rehabilitation team, based at Lifelong Health and Rehabilitation Warwick Forest in Newport News, VA! This position offers an opportunity to work as part of our greater lifelong care team in surrounding locations.
Overview
A Float Physical Therapist Assistant carries out an individualized program for patients with acute and chronic health conditions to maximize their quality of life and achieve their functional goals. The Therapist is supervised by Therapy Director and maintains a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff. This role is required to frequently float to other facilities on short notice due to staffing and patient/resident needs.
What you will do
- Follows the plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. Perform services planned, delegated and supervised by the Therapist.
- Assesses patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data and interprets information, identifying age-specific needs and proving care accordingly.
- Assists and participates in the training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
- Records patients' progress and reports the results of each treatment to the physical therapist.
- Treats patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions.
- Provides patient education on interventions.
Qualifications
Education
- Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)
Experience
- 1 year Healthcare experience (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
- License Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required) and
- CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)
To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.
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