Posted 2mo ago

Physical Therapist Assistant

@ Torrington Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
Torrington, Connecticut, United States
$32-$40/hrOnsitePart Time
Responsibilities:identify goals, develop plans, monitor progress
Requirements Summary:Part-time role requiring PT assistant experience, strong clinical skills, license, and ongoing professional development.
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Job Description

Responsibilities:

 

·        Identify and meet patients’ goals and needs

·        Offer cost-effective treatments that help improve clients’ motion and mobility

·        Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery

·        Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques

·        Create fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients’ specific needs

·        Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions

·        Motivate patients during treatment to help them function optimally

·        Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination

·        Consult and practice with other health professionals

·        Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress

·        Document patient care services

 

 

Skills:

 

·        Proven work experience/background as a physical therapist/assistant

·        Intensive education and clinical expertise

·        Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities

·        Current knowledge of treatment practices

·        Drive to continually learn and grow

·        Professional behavior

·        Excellent interpersonal communication skills

·        Valid license to practice physical therapy

·        Associates Degree for assistant position