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Encore Rehabilitation, Inc

Physical Therapy Assistant

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What they do

A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$58,396 / year median in Alabama

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

Physical Therapy Assistant Encore Rehabilitation, Inc - 3.3 Hoover, AL Job Details Full-time From $28 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Continuing education credits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Physical Therapy Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Associate's degree Full Job Description
PRIMARY FUNCTION
The assistant is a skilled, technical worker who performs physical therapy treatments and related duties as assigned by the therapist.
QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION
Graduation from an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants.
EXPERIENCE
None required.
REGISTERED
Licensure by the Board of Physical Therapy in applicable State.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stands, turns, bends, stoops, lifts, climbs, and uses a great majority of physical motion in performing day to day activities of work. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and do a great deal of walking without experiencing extreme fatigue. Lifting and carrying equipment supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs. without help; over 50 lbs. with the help of mechanical devices or other personnel. Operation of electrical equipment.
INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Supervises Rehab Technicians. Treats patients after the evaluation has been performed by a Registered Physical Therapist. Participates in in-service training for clinical staff. Consult with the physical therapist regarding the patients progress and plan of care. Interacts with other departments involved with individual patients regarding patient's progress.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Adheres to the code of ethics of the APTA. Reports to the staff Physical Therapists/Clinical Director concerning Physical Therapy matters. Carries out the physical therapy procedures according to the Plan of Care of the Registered Physical Therapist. Covers instructions for home treatment programs through consultation with the Registered Physical Therapist. Maintains proper equipment and supplies which might benefit the patient. Maintains proper attitude of encouragement toward the patient without giving false hope. Counsels patient and/or family on special problems with advice from the Registered Physical Therapist. Helps the patient become physically, emotionally, and socially independent. Utilizes proper procedures which will be in keeping with good patient care, but reasonable in expense to the department, such as supplies, equipment, linens, and time usage. Submit in writing to the Registered Physical Therapist/Supervisor on duty, any recorded incident or accident with patient or employee as it occurs. Documents on all patients' treatments received according to the policies and procedures of the physical therapy department.
GENERAL SOURCE OF WORKERS
From schools and from classified ads in professional publications.
SUPERVISED BY
Staff Therapist and Clinic Director.
WORKERS SUPERVISED
Technicians/aids and students.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Education:
Associate (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)
Location:
Hoover, AL 35244 (Preferred) Ability to
Relocate:
Hoover, AL 35244: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Professional Development
  • Health Insurance