Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN -

Midwest Health - Manhattan, KS

Full-time

Manhattan, KS

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) at Stoneybrook Nursing Facility Operations, LLC is responsible for providing treatments, tests, and evaluations of residents under the supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist. This role emphasizes compliance with facility policies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and maintaining the dignity and confidentiality of residents and their families.

Responsibilities

• Comply with the Facility's personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures.
• Report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Administrator or Director of Nursing.
• Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with dignity and respect.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Collaborate with Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy for planning treatments.
• Responsible for all Physical Therapy treatments on a day-to-day basis.
• Evaluate resident performance and communicate findings to nursing and physicians.
• Document resident's progress and treatments in accordance with therapy plans as directed by the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Maintain and inventory all durable medical equipment and order supplies for the therapy department.
• Ensure compliance with all State and Federal regulations regarding Rehabilitation Therapy.
• Participate in meetings such as Quality Assurance, Restraint meetings, and Care Planning as required.
• Responsible for therapy billing, questionnaires, and progress notes.
• Ensure compliance with all State and Federal regulations including blood borne pathogens, infection control, use of hazardous materials, and fire safety.
• Ensure compliance with Resident's Rights.

Requirements

• Current Physical Therapy Assistant License.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Ability to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Ability to perform essential position functions with or without reasonable accommodation.