Physical Therapist Assistant

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Overview

When you join Reliant’s therapy team, you join a team that makes a very real impact in the lives of the patients and residents we serve. As a leading rehab therapy provider for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), Reliant therapists provide necessary rehabilitation services for our most vulnerable population. You will have the opportunity to advance your career through our continuing education platform, climb our clinical ladder, and work with others who are at the top of their discipline.

Our executive team started their own careers as therapists, and we promote from within the company. We also have a team of clinicians who provide continuing training and systems and proven protocols to help ensure effective therapy and compliance with SNF partners.

Why Reliant

• Reliant is the largest independent rehab therapy provider to skilled nursing facilities and LTACHs
• Great Corporate Support
• Therapy company run by Therapists with decades of experience
• A company that supports growth as a therapist and as a leader
• Currently in 38+ states in approximately 850 buildings with opportunities in location, schedule, or development

Reliant Benefits May Include

• Competitive Pay Packages
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match
• PTO Share Program
• PTO Buy-Back Program
• Annual Performance Reviews
• Maternity Support Program
• Company-sponsored continuing education courses
• Clinical Leadership Support
• Tuition Loan Repayment Program
• Flexible Schedules

Education/Experience

• A graduate of an APTA-accredited school of physical therapy.

Computer Skills

• Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation
• Basic Internet navigation skills

Certificates And Licenses

• Valid Physical Therapy Assistant state license

Responsibilities

Physical Therapist Assistant – Summary

Provide Physical Therapy and related services for patients under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) while maintaining positive interactions with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy and Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Provide quality patient care including ongoing treatment per a plan of care, supervision of Rehab Techs (where required), and case management responsibilities.

Maintain professional conduct that represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients, including positive rapport with facilities and clients. Adhere to all state and federal regulations regarding physical therapy.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the licensed physical therapist, optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients.
• Build a strong physical therapy program.
• Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and continuing education activities.
• Maintain a valid state license and awareness of issues related to the profession and health care environment.
• Understand relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines; provide quality care with reasonable goals and outcomes within guidelines.
• Comply with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a facility.
• Read, write, speak, and comprehend English for instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports.

Qualifications

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• Complete job description available upon request

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care

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