Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Westwood Post Acute
Posted:
Friday, 12 April 2024
Valid Thru:
Sunday, 12 May 2024
Index Requested on:
04/12/2024 19:36:50
Indexed on:
04/12/2024 19:36:50
Location:
Denver, CO, 80219, US
Industry:
Healthcare
Occupational Category:
31-0000.00 - Healthcare Support
Type of Employment: PART_TIME
Westwood Post Acute is hiring!
Description:
Westwood Post Acute is looking to expand their team with a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)! If you want to be part of an amazing culture while making a genuine difference, then look no further than Westwood Post Acute in Denver, CO ! Westwood Post Acute specializes in providing rehabilitation services onsite to help our residents regain their independence and return to their homes.
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PTA - provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements - Must be currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
- Must be a graduate of an accredited 2-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association
- One (1) year experience preferred in post-acute care or related setting preferred
- Must have 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
- Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
- Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
- Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient care, , documentation and therapy software responsibilities, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
- Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Must 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
Pay Rate: $39.00
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