Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Cherry Hill Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Johnston, RI Employment Status:

Full-Time Shift:

Monday through Friday Live the

Mission Schedule:

Monday

• Friday $2,500 Sign On Bonus
• Fulltime position $2,000 Sign On Bonus
• Part time Cherry Hill Manor is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant!

We are a 5 star facility with CMS, and we take great pride in our resident care. We provide high quality, patient-centered therapy. We are team-focused, and truly believe that our staff are our superheroes. The Rehab unit is a cohesive and supportive interdisciplinary team. We promote from within, and offer great benefits such as tuition reimbursement. We value you

• employee recognition programs include Whatever It Takes and Then Some (cash bonus!) and our Chips program offers every day recognition. We pay state licensure fees. Medical, Vision, Dental 401k for ALL employees Pick up extra shifts incentive Generous paid time off Tuition reimbursement Career advancement Position Summary The PTA
• Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT) Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment. One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. Specific Job Requirements Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training Essential Functions Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT Chart appropriately and timely Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients Assist in the evacuation of patients Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours Read, write, speak, and understand the English language An Equal Opportunity Employer