Shores of Worthington - Shores of Worthington is a Residential Health Care Facility striving to provide the highest levels of quality care through continuous improvement, and the involvement of the interdisciplinary team and the entire community. Shores of Worthington strives to respond to the rights, needs, and concerns of its residents, families, and staff by creating a caring environment in which each person is respected for his or her individuality and treated with kindness, dignity, and respect.

Shores of Worthington is looking to hire an In-House PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to our residents!

Primary Job Responsibilities:

Maintain the standards for rehabilitation services in accordance with the Company’s Mission and Goals

Be courteous to all patients and respectful of them, their environment, and their culture

Provide quality therapy services at every patient contact, including treatment interventions, program implementation, discharge planning, and related documentation and communication under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist

Prioritize and maintain a work schedule that is appropriate for the facility and in accordance with your employment

Assist Therapy management staff in maintaining a positive, productive, and beneficial working relationship with all Facility staff

Adhere to the policies and procedures necessary for the day-to-day operations of the rehab department

Screen patients to determine the need for evaluation under the supervision of the PT

Treat patients to relieve pain and develop or restore function to achieve maximum performance under the supervision of a physical therapist

Monitor patient response to intervention, communicate any changes, and follow through with all updates to the treatment modalities, goals, and frequency as needed under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist

Fulfills documentation requirements in a complete, appropriate, and timely manner

Communicate and collaborate with other team members regarding the care of clients receiving therapy services

Assist with data collection on patients’ progress under the supervising PT

Plan for patient's discharge when maximum benefits have been met in coordination with the supervising PT

Provide complete and correct billing summaries as required

Attend in-service education when provided to rehab staff

Maintain a neat and well-organized therapy department

Perform administrative duties to assist in the provision of therapy services

Identify all new rehab admissions and notify the physical therapist when appropriate

Communicate upcoming patient discharges with Facility staff as required

Attend appropriate care plan meetings when requested

Provide other job-related tasks and duties as assigned

Requirements:

Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

State licensure or certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team.

Compassion, patience, and empathy when working with individuals in long-term care.

Ability to assess and adapt treatment plans based on patient progress and changing needs.

Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and therapeutic exercise principles.

Familiarity with electronic medical record systems and documentation practices.

NEW GRADS ARE WELCOME!

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and move patients, as needed, with proper body mechanics and assistive devices.

Stamina and physical endurance to stand, walk, and engage in therapeutic activities for extended periods.

Benefits we offer:

Affordable health and dental insurance

Free life insurance

Extra pay for holiday

Sign on Bonus

Career Growth Opportunities

Sign-on Bonsu of $7,500.00 for 18 months

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

"We believe the work that we do is a privilege. Every day we help people become healthier, feel stronger, and maintain their ability to enjoy their families, friends, and favorite activities."