Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Company: Blue Ridge Health and Rehabilitation
Location: Harrisonburg
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Blue Ridge Health and Rehabilitation - Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best "you" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us! -
We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
While working here, you will enjoy:

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• Employee Engagement Activities
  
• Positive work environment
  
• Excellent Training
  
• Competitive Pay and Benefits
  
  The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
  Primary Job Responsibilities:
  
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  • -Implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist
    
  • Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient
    
  • Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations and complex procedures
    
  • Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist
    
    Qualifications
    
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    • Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) 2. Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice 3. Requires good organizational and time management skills 4. Requires good verbal and written communication skills
      

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