Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN) at Westminster St. Augustine in St Augustine, Florida

Job Description:

Westminster St. Augustine, located in the beautiful World Golf Village area of North St. Johns County, has immediate openings for an On-Call Physical Therapy Assistant. You will, under direct supervision from the Program Manager or Therapist for each patient/resident be assigned to the Physical Therapist and dependent on the nature of the skilled tasks and the complexities of the patients/residents presenting condition. May receive clinical supervision from Therapists.

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We Offer:

• Flexible scheduling


• 403(b) Retirement Plan


• Resident Christmas Fund for Employees


• Free Flu Shots and Hepatitis B Vaccinations


• Discounted meals


• Tickets at Work – discount pricing on travel and entertainment options


• Free parking


• Training & Career growth

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and it's communities. 

1. Responsible for carrying out Care Plan as designed by the Physical Therapist (PT).


2. Assist the PT during evaluations. 


3. Monitor resident’s progress and communicate with PT. 


4. Maintain documentation in system of resident’s activities, record progress and document billing activities. 


5. Perform Resident’s Home Assessment as part of the discharge process as directed by the PT. 


6. Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly &  annual screening to determine the need for therapy as directed by the PT.

The above job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the assignments and responsibilities assigned to any employees; nor are such assignments restricted to those precisely listed in this description. This job description may change from time to time as the needs of the organization change.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:
AA Degree from an APTA accredited program. Licensure where required by law.
Two (2) years experience in a health care setting preferred.

Physical and Environmental Requirements. The physical activities of this position
involve:
Fingering, Lifting up to 40 lbs., Standing, Grasping, Pushing, Stooping, Kneeling, Reaching,

Sensory and communicative activities with or without prosthetics of this position are:
Feeling, Smelling, Hearing, Speaking, Seeing, Tasting

An individual in this position will be exposed to:
Inside environmental conditions, Blood borne pathogens, Physical hazards using equipment, Respiratory hazards

Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress of this position.

Education

Required

• Associate Degree or better in Physical Therapy Assistant

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Physical Therapy Assist

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