About this opportunity
Champion, Partners in Rehab lists this Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant opportunity in mobile, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Licensed Physical Therapist AssistantThis is a Full Time SNF position in Mobile, Alabama. May or August 2026 Graduates are encouraged to apply! Primary Location: Allen in Mobile Secondary Location: Eastern Shore in DaphneThe assistant is a skilled, technical worker who performs physical therapy treatments and related duties as assigned by the therapist.Minimal education requirements: Graduation from an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants. Therapy Experience, Other: No experience required but desired. COVID vaccination is preferred for this position. However, an exemption will be entertained. License: Licensure by the Alabama Board of Physical Therapy. License can be verified at pt.alabama.gov Source of Supervision: Staff Physical Therapist/Clinical DirectorPhysical Demands: Stands, turns, bends, stoops, lifts, climbs, and uses a great majority of physical motion in performing day to day activities of work. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and do a great deal of walking without experiencing extreme fatigue. Lifting and carrying equipment supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs. without help. over 50 lbs. with the help of mechanical devices or other personnel. Operation of electrical equipment.Interpersonal Relationships: Supervises Rehab Technicians. Treats patients after the evaluation has been performed by a Registered Physical Therapist. Participates in in-service training for clinical staff. Consult with the physical therapist regarding the patients progress and plan of care. Interacts with other departments involved with individual patients regarding patient's progress.Responsibilities: Adheres to the code of ethics of the APTA. Reports to the Staff Physical Therapists/Clinical Director concerning Physical Therapy matters. Carries out the physical therapy procedures according to the Plan of Care of the Registered Physical Therapist. Covers instructions for home treatment programs through consultation with the Registered Physical Therapist. Maintains proper equipment and supplies which might benefit the patient. Maintains proper attitude of encouragement toward the patient without giving false hope. Counsels patient and/or family on special problems with advice from the Registered Physical Therapist. Helps the patient become physically, emotionally, and socially dependent. Utilizes proper procedures which will be in keeping with good patient care, but reasonable in expense to the department, such as supplies. equipment, linens, and time usage. Submit in writing to the Registered Physical Therapist/Supervisor on duty, any recorded incident or accident with patient or employee as it occurs. Documents on all patients' treatments received according to the policies and procedures of the physical therapy department.
Worksite address
mobile, AL, 36601, US
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