Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
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$ 40 - 45
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Job Description
Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Federal Way is located ina city known for its lush greenery and communityoriented atmosphere. Residentsbenefit from excellent local schools numerous recreational facilities and thecitys commitment to cultural diversity. The nearby Pacific Bonsai Museum andRhododendron Species Botanical Garden offer unique experiences for natureenthusiasts. Garden Terrace was named one of U.S.News & World Reports 2025 Best Nursing Homes.
Garden Terrace Health Care Center of Federal Way is a longterm care and postacute care facility. Well known for its extraordinary customer service high quality nursing and therapy services high employee morale & retention. We are looking for a PRN Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.
We offer:
- PRN: $40$45/hr DOE
- Inhouse rehab programs with collaborative work environments and supportive teams
- Part of a network of nearly 200 skilled nursing facilities
- Continuing education and growth opportunities
- New Grads Welcome!
- Onsite mentorship
Position Summary
The PTA Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws regulations and Life Care standards.
Education Experience and Licensure Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
- Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
- One 1 year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job Requirements
- Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word Excel and e mail
- Liaisons with patients families support departments etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
- Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws regulations and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
- Implement and interpret the programs goals objectives policies and procedures of the department
- Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights and safety and sanitation
- Maintains professional working relationships with all associates vendors etc.
- Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
- Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life CaresCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
- Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
- Chart appropriately and timely
- Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
- Assist in the evacuation of patients
- Demonstrate dependable regular attendance
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
- Sit stand bend lift push pull stoop walk reach and move intermittently during working hours
- Read write speak and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment Type
Gig
