Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant / LPTA

Company: Friendship Retirement Community
Location: Salem
Posted on: April 8, 2025

Job Description:

Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and innovative services, as well as specialized rehab and therapy, to over 1,500 residents and patients each day. With four campuses, the earliest dating back to 1919, Friendship has grown to offer the full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, home care, outpatient therapy, inpatient rehab, long-term care and Alzheimer's and memory care. As a non-profit, Friendship provides a caring community to serve a wide-range of residents including those with limited financial means. Visit friendship.us for more information.

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Friendship is looking for a Full Time Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) to join our Friendship Richfield Health Center team, located in Salem, VA. The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) is responsible for providing physical therapy treatment under the guidance of a Physical Therapist.

Roles & Responsibilities:
--- Implement and execute goal-oriented treatment plans and programs as established by a Physical Therapist in coordination with other departments
--- Adhere to departmental, organizational and regulatory agency policies and procedures
--- Operate departmental and therapeutic equipment proficiently and safely
--- Meet requirements for appropriate and timely communication with doctors, medical team members, rehab team members, department head, resident families and others as directed by supervising Physical Therapist and as outlined in departmental policies and procedures
--- Monitor treatment plan progressions to identify any deficiencies and notify Physical Therapist for adjustments
--- Participate in program development, quality assurance and improvement efforts
--- Ensure quality, efficiency, and customer service requirements are met, as outlined in Friendship's policies and procedures
--- Supervise and collaborate with rehab aides/techs, students and others as assigned
--- Identify areas of opportunity to improve quality of care for residents and/or improve departmental operations
--- Adhere to all infection control protocols to ensure facility and resident safety
--- Participate in facility in-services and continuing education as it relates to facility policies and procedures and physical therapy
Qualifications:
--- Associate's degree in Physical Therapy required
--- Physical Therapy Assistant license in the state of Virginia required
--- Experience in a long-term care/rehabilitation facility preferred
--- This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects weighing over 50 pounds
Benefits for Full Time Positions:
--- 401(k) retirement plan along with employer match
--- Health Insurance
--- Dental Insurance
--- Vision Insurance
--- Flexible Spending Account
--- Paid Time Off
--- Employee Assistance Program
--- Education Assistance
--- Company Paid Life Insurance
--- Voluntary insurance (additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness, short term disability)

Friendship values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.

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