Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant / LPTA

Friendship is looking for a Full Time Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) to join our Friendship Health & Rehab South team, located in Roanoke, VA. The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) is responsible for providing physical therapy treatment under the guidance of a Physical Therapist. Roles & Responsibilities:

Implement and execute goal-oriented treatment plans and programs as established by a Physical Therapist in coordination with other departments
Adhere to departmental, organizational and regulatory agency policies and procedures
Operate departmental and therapeutic equipment proficiently and safely
Meet requirements for appropriate and timely communication with doctors, medical team members, rehab team members, department head, resident families and others as directed by supervising Physical Therapist and as outlined in departmental policies and procedures
Monitor treatment plan progressions to identify any deficiencies and notify Physical Therapist for adjustments
Participate in program development, quality assurance and improvement efforts
Ensure quality, efficiency, and customer service requirements are met, as outlined in Friendship’s policies and procedures
Supervise and collaborate with rehab aides/techs, students and others as assigned
Identify areas of opportunity to improve quality of care for residents and/or improve departmental operations
Adhere to all infection control protocols to ensure facility and resident safety
Participate in facility in-services and continuing education as it relates to facility policies and procedures and physical therapy

Qualifications:

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy required
Physical Therapy Assistant license in the state of Virginia required
Experience in a long-term care/rehabilitation facility preferred
This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects weighing over 50 pounds

Benefits for Full Time Positions:

401(k) retirement plan along with employer match
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Education Assistance
Company Paid Life Insurance
Voluntary insurance (additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness, short term disability)