Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Grace Lutheran Communities : Job Details

Are you a passionate therapist ready to take control of your career? Join our team and work directly with a company that truly values your expertise, supports your growth, and puts people before profits. Say hello to flexibility, autonomy, and a team that's got your back every step of the way. It's your time-help us bring rehabilitation in house. BENEFITS: (dependent on your work status)

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• PayActiv - On demand access to earned wages
• Retirement match (up to 4%)

• Provide guidance to individuals through administering manual exercises, non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, assisting in physical activities, and daily living activities
• Implementphysical therapy treatment plans under the direction of the physical therapistby helping improve individuals' mobility, manage pain, and regainfunctionality
• Assistantphysical therapist by evaluating individuals' progress during treatments
• Assistindividuals with devices such as crutches, canes, prostheses, wheelchairs, etc
• Providessupport, counsel, advice, training and education for individuals, family,caregivers and other professionals on the importance of being consistent with therapy treatment plans
• Efficientlyassembles extensive documentation on individuals' progress, care services andtherapy adjustments, when necessary, that aligns with standard medicaldocumentation and facility protocol/procedures documentation
• Collaborativelywork with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care
• Mustdisplay excellent active listening skills, critical thinking skills,verbal/written communication skills, time management skills
• Mustdisplay compassion, integrity and respect to all individuals
• Supportingadditional responsibilities and/or tasks as needed for the department

• Physically be able to lift, transfer, and assist patients while providing therapy interventions during physical activity
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 25lbs, including assisting individuals when needed
• Ability to visually be able to perform job duties, including examining individuals and reading information from printed sources and computer screens

• Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Licenses/Certifications: Must hold an active and in good standing Wisconsin Physical Therapy Assistant License and CPR Certification