Physical Therapist Assistant

Company Description

The team at Northern Edge Physical Therapy is committed to client-centered, compassionate care by talented and caring therapists and athletic trainers to make a difference in the lives of our clients and our community. Our state-of-the-art facility allows for novice and experienced therapists alike to develop clinical expertise and evidence-based specialties to become leaders in their profession and get clients results.

Are you a passionate and driven physical therapist assistant looking for an opportunity to help clients get results? Now is your chance to join a team of like-minded therapists on a path towards clinical expertise and passionate care.

Job Description

Northern Edge Physical Therapy has an immediate opportunity for a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant who desires to join a team dedicated to evidence-based manual therapy.

You will provide direct patient care and support rehabilitation activities. You will have access to state-of-the-art movement analysis technology, rehabilitative ultrasound imaging, and other assessment tools. You will be mentored to develop expert-level skills in Dry Needling, Manipulation, movement analysis and more.

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.

Qualifications

• Ability to build rapport with patients
• Passion to help and motivate others
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Licensed physical therapist assistant in the State of Alaska

Additional Information

What you'll get

• Competitive hourly compensation, Based on Experience
• 401K & matching, quarterly bonus
• Sign-on and / or Relocation assistance
• Excellent benefits package, including 401k, health, dental, and generous paid time off
• Continuing education- Northern Edge PT hosts in-house training sessions throughout the year.
• Employee discount plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership
• Clinical mentorship - Work with a talented and supportive team and gain clinical expertise in the most advanced tools.
• Family-friendly work environment
• Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive