Position: Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Employment Type: Full-Time
At Peak Performance Physical Therapy, our number one priority is the patient. With eight clinics serving communities in Louisiana, we strive to provide individualized treatment with hands-on, compassionate care. Our philosophy is to provide the highest quality therapy through personalized care and education. Our customized approach ensures patient comprehension and will enhance proper treatment progression to secure the best outcome for our patients.
We are seeking a Physical Therapist to join our Baton Rouge, LA team. We offer diverse specialized services, including Dry Needling, Hand Therapy, NMES, TENS, Ultrasound, Phonophoresis, Iontophoresis, Mechanical Traction, Whirlpool, Alter-G Treadmill, and AYSTM.
Responsibilities
Assesses patients and develops and initiates treatment plans based on the evaluation results.Review the Physician's referral (Prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required.Provides direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.Documents findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers.Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.Implements physical therapy treatment program and provides essential physical therapy treatments.Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies.Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports.
Requirements
Graduate from CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program. Current state of Louisiana license and CPR certification.Able to create and implement outpatient balance and vestibular rehabilitation-setting treatment plans.Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment. Possesses basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, Database software, and MS Office.
Benefits
Competitive compensationExcellent benefits package including 401k, health, dental, and generous paid time off.Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadershipEmployee discount plansEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeedWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application FAQs
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