Job Description
Join Our Passionate and purposeful In-House Therapy Team! Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Status: Full-time
Location: Avamere Riverpark of Eugene - 425 Alexander Loop, Eugene, OR 97401
Apply now at TeamAvamere.com As a Physical Therapist Assistant with Avamere, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. Avamere provides in-house therapy in our facilities throughout Oregon and Washington. Avamere began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care. At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members. If you are a Physical Therapist Assistant interested in Full-time, Part-time or PRN opportunities, please contact us or apply for this position.
Reasons to Join Avamere: - In-House Therapy
- Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
- Therapist-Run
- Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
- Manageable Productivity Expectations
- Flexible Schedule Options
- One Full-time Status Option (30 or 40-hour workweek) Will consider a Part-Time position available.
- Career Advancement & Development
- New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training
At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: - Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
- 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
- EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
- Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
- Generous employee referral bonus program.
- Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
- Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
- Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.
Key Responsibilities: - Implements and executes on established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
- Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team
- Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements
- Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations
- Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements
- Supports and participates in department operations and development
- Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis
Qualifications: - Graduate of an approved Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum
- Must be licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Oregon
- In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
- Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
- Full knowledge of resident's rights
- Exudes professionalism in presentation
- Ability to multitask
- Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English fluently
- Must have a current and active CPR/BLS Certification
Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, Relief, Flexible hours