Description:

Position Description:

The Physical Therapy Assistant is a clinical position which is responsible for the co-treatment and co-management of personal injury, other third party and wellness patients.

Position Duties:

The position requires the following primary duties to be successful:

Performs all clinical duties as it relates to the care of patients at AICA Orthopedics
Co-manages relationships and communication among local physical therapy department and team members
Effectively communicates clinical and non-clinical information as it pertains to the patients with other PTA’s, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Director, staff chiropractors, clinic directors, chiropractic administrators, Director of Clinics, orthopedic and medical managers, and/or ELT as deemed necessary

Position Expectations:

Co-manage daily operations for physical therapy services of their local office to ensure execution of the company’s mission and goals
Exhibit exceptional knowledge of all components of personal injury and/or third-party liability services lines
Effectively treat, document, and manage all aspects of a patients care and personal injury case
Willingness and ability to travel to other AICA locations to perform the same or similar physical therapy duties
Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Know your metrics and Key Performance Indicators
Help ensure facility is clean, safe, and inviting
Be organized and efficient
Be passionate and professional
Be smart, work smart
Lead by example
Have a positive attitude
Be a positive agent for change to enhance the improvements to the physical therapy program’s performance and productivity
Requirements:

Position Requirements:

Physical Therapy Assistant degree from and accredited program with certification for AND:

Experience:

no previous experience required, outpatient orthopedics experience a plus

Preferred:

Ability to effectively multi-task under time pressure.
Strong communication and leadership skills
Be team oriented and able to work with various managers, staff, and providers
Be able to make sound decisions while on the move in a fast-paced environment
Ability to interact, engage and communicate effectively with team members, licensed medical providers, patients, and executive management when necessary

Position Miscellaneous:

Physical Demands:

frequent sitting, bending, stooping walking, lifting up to 20-40 pounds, and periods of uninterrupted standing.
Salaried exempt
Ability to interact, engage and communicate effectively with executive management, team members, licensed medical providers, and patients