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HealthFitness Physical Therapy Assistant (part-time) in East Hanover, New Jersey
HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individual’s journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve – so that everyone is supported. As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay. We provide personal and professional support, training and development and flexible employment opportunities.
HealthFitness has an exciting opportunity for a part-time, (20 hours per week), Physical Therapy Assistant at our client site located in East Hanover, NJ. This is a great position for a physical therapy assistant looking for a challenging, innovative role in which they may utilize their creativity, skills, experience and expertise in orthopedics, injury prevention, and wellness at the worksite.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, flexible hours
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Assists licensed Physical therapist in performing elements of the evaluation or assessment process, including supporting objective tests and functional assessment on patients.
Administers the plan of care under the supervision of the treating physical therapist; such as therapeutic exercise, physical agents, mobilizations, manual therapy, and other treatment methods as indicated by the Physical Therapist’s plan of care. Documentation needs to be complete, accurate, and done on a timely basis, and with HIPAA and PHI contents consistent with QA standards and insurance needs.
Maintains confidentiality of patient information, records and conversations.
Organizes daily work schedule to maintain optimal patient care and documentation and notify appropriate personnel where additional help is needed; utilizes off-peak time for program and self-development.
Prepares treatment area and equipment ensuring patient dignity, personal care, cleanliness and security.
Adheres to all company policies and procedures.Attends and participates in staff meetings, departmental in-services, clinical research and presentation of findings; both planning and delivery.
Assists in phone answering, patient registration, scheduling, folding towels and other general clinic duties as requested.
Other duties as needed/assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
Associate’s degree or higher in PTA from an accredited program is required.
Active and valid Physical Therapy Assistant license for the State of New Jersey.
Current Adult First Aid and CPR/AED certifications from American Heart Association, American Red Cross or American Safety & Health Institute by start date; if not current, required within 30 days of hire.
2+ years previous Experience in assisting with assessment and treatment of neuromusculoskeletal disorders, worker’s comp, ergonomics, workstation evaluations, and exercise and fitness is preferred.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.
Professionalism and the ability to communicate/build rapport well with patients and team members both verbally and in writing.
Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands.
Computer proficiency in MS Office including at minimum Word, Excel and Outlook.
Applicants must meet hiring requirements including but not limited to pre-employment drug test.
Brand: HealthFitness
Brand: HealthFitness
HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business. EOE/AA. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Age/Disability/Veteran
For the fourth consecutive year we were selected as a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune . The award is based exclusively on Trustmark associate responses to an anonymous survey. The survey measured 15 key drivers of engaged cultures that are critical to the success of an organization.
We are looking for strategic thinkers, innovators, team players and leaders who align with our purpose of improving the health and wellbeing of those we serve.
We’re a nationwide team of more than 2,400 professionals who believe in the power of health and fitness — and creating opportunities for others to believe as well. We are dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of those we serve and consider ourselves lucky to inspire, motivate and engage over 1 million participants across our 135 clients, from corporations to health systems to colleges and universities.
We started in 1975 as Fitness Systems. Over the years we expanded our services and capabilities to offer injury prevention and treatment and wellness services, so that we can truly care for the whole person. Today, we are HealthFitness and we’re backed by Trustmark, a benefits company that has supported employers and their teams for more than 100 years.