PTA-Physical Therapist Assistant
Company: Worland Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
Location: Worland
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Worland Healthcare and Rehabilitation, Worland WY Pay Rate
$35Hr-$38Hr DOE BENEFITS OFFERED for Fulltime - Health, Vision, and
Dental Insurance. 401(k) with company match, Paid Time-Off,
Flexibility with schedules, tuition assistance, company sponsored
training, free meals, etc. ABOUT US – Worland Healthcare and
Rehabilitation is part of Stellar Senior Living, a premier assisted
living and skilled nursing provider in the Western United States.
Founded in 2012 we have experienced consistent growth adding senior
living communities to our family each year. We continue to grow and
are looking for top talent to join our team and continue this
journey with us. FUNCTION: Physical Therapist Assistant PTA works
with a physical therapist (PT) to carry out an individualized
program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment,
planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize
a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals.
QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Minimum
Qualifications: • Knowledge and skills to care for the physical and
developmental needs of the population age groups that will be
receiving services. • Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis
situations. • Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association
(APTA) approved physical therapy program. • At least one year of
experience as a physical therapy aide. • Current license from the
state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: Works with a physical therapist (PT) To perform
this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
key function satisfactorily. 1. Provides direct patient care,
evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other
specialists. Reviews patients’ functional needs and adjusts care
plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes. 2. Designs and implements
a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of
potential development and incorporates participation by significant
others whenever it seems appropriate. 3. Conducts therapy practice
within defined standards of care. 4. Directs the assistance of
support staff to achieve patients’ functional goals. 5.
Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff
to achieve positive patient outcomes. 6. Practices hospital and
departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality
improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control
standards. 7. Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans.
Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and
signatures. 8. Enhances professional growth and development of self
and others through participation in educational programs,
in-service meetings, and workshops. Keeps up to date on
professional literature. 9. Provides direction and leadership to
staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the
community. SNF Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Job Description 10.
Demonstrates ability to read, write, and speak English sufficient
to fulfill job requirements. 11. Demonstrates the ability to make
independent decisions, solve practical problems that may or may not
include a variety of concrete variables. This may require the
ability to interpret instructions given in written, oral, diagram,
or scheduled form. 12. Demonstrates the ability to listen actively
and evaluate social situations in an objective, consistent and fair
manner. Functions independently with integrity, flexibility and
works well with residents, personnel and support agencies. 13.
Complies with community policies and procedures for workplace
safety including infection control procedures, emergency response
and safety protocol. 14. Complies with all company policies and
procedures related to resident rights; abuse prevention and
reporting; and resident confidentiality (HIPPA). 15. Demonstrates
knowledge of Employee Handbook and complies with the policies in
the Handbook. 16. Performs other related duties as may be
assigned.
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