Job description: Physical Therapist Assistant
Location: Newport News, Virginia
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Depends upon experience
Work Setting: Clinic / Private Practice
Shift: Day
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Job Requirements
Completion of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Current Licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or eligibility to obtain Virginia State Licensure
Strong organization and time management skill required
Job Responsibilities
Assist in carrying out the Physical Therapy plan of care for orthopaedic patient populations under the direction of a Physical Therapist
Administers physical therapy treatments, under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, to include manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education techniques, therapeutic exercise, modalities, traction, etc.
Medical documentation to include patient daily treatment notes, exercise flow sheets, and all other necessary paperwork
Participation in Community Outreach (YouTube Videos, Articles, Events)
Communication with outside sources (referral sources, physicians, third party payers, etc.) to provide comprehensive patient care
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions
Participates in open communication and team building opportunities
Benefits Excellent work environment with an employee satisfaction centered management team
Expansive, modern facility with opportunity to collaborate with a large group of providers from different experience levels and backgrounds
Competitive salary based on experience with bonus opportunities
Health Insurance, dental, short term and long term disability, supplemental life insurance