Armor PT - Physical Therapy Assistant

Armor PT – Physical Therapy Assistant role at Alliance Physical Therapy Partners
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Armor PT, an Alliance Physical Therapy Partner, is looking for a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team!

• Competitive pay and Individual Bonus Plan
• Exceptional benefits package, including 401K, medical, dental, vision and PTO
• Clinical Leadership Pathway (CORE)
• Unlimited Continuing Education budget, including Med Bridge subscription
• Formal and customized Mentorship Program
• Proprietary AGILE EMR, built by Physical Therapists

Responsible for assisting the physical therapist with the administration of a medically prescribed physical therapy program for assigned patients/clients. Functions under the direct supervision of the physical therapist responsible for a specific patient’s/client’s care. The staff therapist assistant assumes the responsibility and accountability for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by a treatment plan of care established by a physical therapist and in accordance with established facility and departmental policies and procedures while maintaining the highest degree of quality care.

The therapist assistant works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards of professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.

• Provides patient/client care and assessment in accordance with established practice standards and facility/departmental policies.
• Provides care per physician’s orders and plan of care developed by evaluating therapist.
• Takes measurements of patient/client status, within the limits of his/her licensure and ability, as appropriate in providing care and to assist in assessing the effectiveness of care.
• Maintains communication and collaboration with the evaluating therapist, to promote maximum benefits from therapy. Summarizes patient performance according to established goals.
• Implements education plan as outlined by the evaluating therapist, determines additional educational needs of the patient/client, family, caregiver or significant other as they arise and in collaboration with the evaluating therapist provides education to meet those needs.
• Follows plan for discharge and discusses with evaluating therapist any additional discharge concerns which may arise. Assists therapist in goal reassessment and discharge planning.
• Communicates/collaborates with patient, family, caregivers, significant other and other members of the healthcare team to promote maximum benefit of care.
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and correct application of clinical techniques, procedures and programs for clinical setting and patient/client populations served.
• Displays appropriate technical knowledge and application of available modalities and other equipment.
• Travels to other local clinics as assigned.

• Associate Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant Program
• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license, registration and/or certification as per state regulations.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

We encourage and support lifelong learning through mentorship, unlimited continuing education, and formal leadership training. You’ll be part of a growing company with many opportunities to advance your career when the time is right for you. Join a team that puts its people first and truly cares about you. We offer a culture that is 100% invested in your growth and success.

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Wellness and Fitness Services