Physical Therapist Assistant

We are looking to hire a Physical Therapist Assistant for a skilled nursing facility. Primary Function : To assist the Physical Therapistin provision of services to the residents in accordance with Florida State pratice standards in accordance with the American Physical Therapy Association. Qualifications: Education: Graduate of approved Physical Therapy Program Bachelor's, Master's or DPT program Certification: Florida State License & current Florida Registration Certificate Preferred Experience: 2 year experience, at least one in Geriatrics Job Duties: Performs tratment sessions as directed by PT Documents &maintains services-related records in compliance with department requirements. Assists PT in developing treatment plans & techniques to implement plan. Implements & modifies treatment plans under PT supervision. Monitors Resident's response to treatment & reports oberservations to supervising therapist. Maintains daily statistics records in Net Health. Recommends to supervisor termination of services. Provide in-service education to nursing staff & family members as needed. Communicates effectively with other therapist & departments re: common issues (discharge plans & significant changes). Aware of state requirement Continuing Education need as per State Policy. Attends all department & interdisciplinary meetings as scheduled. Complies with HIPAA guidelines.