Physical Therapist Assistant, PRN Consistent Weekend (...

Bedford Wellness & Rehab is hiring a PRN PTA for weekend coverage of skilled patients. This SNF has a high rehab-to-home caseload and we are looking for a PTA to join our staff on the weekends to deliver consistent and excellent patient care! Position Description Responsible for carrying out treatment as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the SNF. Provides rehab services to improve strength and function, restore more efficient movement, improve flexibility and aid patients in restoring mobility and/or improving balance and gait after hip fractures and other orthopedic injuries, medical illness, or as they recover from joint replacement procedures. Principal Responsibilities • Provide treatment to residents who seek short-term/transitional care and/or long term care with the goal to recover and rehabilitate from the effects of serious illness, injury or medical event, regaining their own best possible level of functional ability, well-being and independence. • Assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care, under the supervision of licensed therapists. • Document all services provided to ensure accurate and timely billing of therapy services. • Assures that patient care follows the established Plan of Care, the organization s guidelines, meets professional standards, community needs and is in compliance with Federal and State guidelines. • Identify need for and makes referral to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of the patient under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. • Assist in the instruction, education and training of patients and caregivers in the skills and functions essential for promoting patient independence and productivity, in order to diminish or correct pathology. • Support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards. • Prepares for upcoming therapy sessions by organizing the treatment locations based on the patient''s needs. • Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records. • Performs age appropriate competency skills, as guided by a Physical Therapist, in area of practice and with respect to individual patients'' problems.• Follow intervention protocols and plan of care appropriately. • Discharge patient when goals have been met or medical necessity is no longer warrants intervention as instructed by Physical Therapist or Director of Rehabilitation. • Works cooperatively with supervisors and peers to contribute to the overall productivity of the team. • Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition. • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. For more information about this opportunity, please email us at: [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] Click here to see all job openings: PandoLogic. Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Location: Bedford, TX - 76095 , PL: 544448801

Created: 2025-10-04