Lead Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA): Assisted Living Facility

Job description

Link Rehab and Wellness is looking to hire a passionate **Lead PTA**, interested in working at an assisted living facility. The Lead Therapist is responsible for day-to-day clinical operations of the therapy team onsite. This is a great opportunity for a therapist to grow in their career and broaden their managerial skill set! ### Responsibilities: - Caseload development for all disciplines (OT/PT/ST) - Supporting therapy staff (provide staff oversight, staff scheduling, patient scheduling, coverage) - Creating and maintaining relationships with center management - Ensuring highest level of integrity and ethics are upheld by therapy team - Assist with retrieving scripts/doctor’s orders as requested by DOR - Complete evaluations, daily notes, weekly progress notes, recertifications, and discharge documentation in a timely manner and in accordance to CMS guidelines and as allowed by license - Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the physician and allowed by license - Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care - Adhere to scheduled hours - Demonstrate professionalism at all times ### Qualifications and Requirements: - **Education:** Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program or university - **License and Certification**: Valid professional state license and registration - **Communication Skills:** Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with staff, patients, families, and other stakeholders. - **Leadership Abilities:** The ability to inspire and lead a team, manage conflicts, and make strategic decisions. - **Clinical Expertise:** In-depth knowledge of speech and language disorders, assessment, and treatment techniques. - **Organizational Skills:** Strong organizational and time-management skills. ### Benefits: - Flexible Schedule - Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Full Time) - Vacation, Six Paid Flexible Holidays and Sick Time (Full time) - CEUs through MedBridge (Full Time) - 401K (Full Time)