Harvest Therapy Physical Therapist Assistant
Company: The Orchards / Harvest Therapy
Location: Alliance
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Education: ·
Associates Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program. ·
Current licensure as Physical Therapist Assistant in practicing
state(s) · Assume responsibility for ongoing continuing education
and professional development to maintain current licensure and
certification. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: · Provide
physical therapy services to residents in accordance with
established standards of practice, Company procedures, Therapy
Department procedures and productivity standards under the
direction of the Physical Therapist. · Adhere to Company procedures
regarding documentation and billing of physical therapy services. ·
Demonstrate sound judgment in the implementation and follow-up of
resident therapy programs. · Assist the Physical Therapist in the
evaluation of residents as directed. · Assist the Physical
Therapist with the development of treatment plans as directed. ·
Establish individual resident therapy schedules in cooperation with
the Physical Therapist and other team members. · Conduct treatment
according to the established treatment plan. · Assist in the
selection of physical therapy techniques/ media, the sequence of
activities, and adaptation of techniques/ media based on resident’s
response to intervention in conjunction with the Physical
Therapist. · Monitor resident’s response to intervention and
discuss adaptation of treatment with the Physical Therapist to
attain goals in accordance with established plan of care and
physician orders. · Participate in resident, family/ responsible
party and staff education by instructing on physical therapy
procedures, strategies, recommendations and/ or program to enhance
carry over outside of therapy sessions and in preparation for
discontinuation of therapy services. · Confer formally and
informally with other team members in coordinating the total
rehabilitation program of the resident. · Participate in discharge
planning. · Supervise Rehabilitation Aides, Physical Therapy Aides,
students and volunteers as directed and within state practice
guidelines. · Provide education to the rehabilitation department,
facility staff and community as directed. · Report to work on time
and coordinate schedule to achieve maximum productivity and
efficiency during assigned shift. · Assist with and participates in
Quality Assurance Program as required. · Attend and participate in
scheduled training, educational classes and meetings required or
requested for position. · Adhere to high standards of cleanliness,
grooming, hygiene and dress code. · Adhere to all policies of
company, including job description, certification requirements,
mission statement, HIPAA, confidentiality standards and resident
rights. · Maintain a current knowledge of law and regulations
regarding rehabilitative services and consults with supervisor to
ensure that all employment actions are in compliance with
applicable regulations. · Ensure a safe environment and utilizes
tools and equipment in a safe manner complying with all infection
control, universal precautions and OSHA standards for the
healthcare professional. · Report all hazardous conditions
including incidents, injuries and equipment to Supervisor/
appropriate personnel immediately. · Responds to and acts
appropriately in emergency or disaster situations. · Adapt to
changes in responsibilities in a positive manner, is receptive to
new ways of completing tasks and is flexible in carrying out
assignments. · Communicate and interact professionally and
effectively with residents and coworkers ensuring a cooperative
environment while maintaining self-control. · Communicate and
interact professionally and respectfully with family members in
attending to and meeting their requests. Perform all other duties
as assigned and as required to effectively discharge the
responsibilities of the position and are in the best interests of
the organization Requirements: Physical Requirements: · Must be
able to constantly operate computer and other office productivity
machinery (phone, printer, copier, etc.) · Ability to sit for
extended periods of time. · Ability to look at a computer monitor
for extended periods of time. · Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. ·
Must be able to walk throughout facility and department, tolerate
constant/ repetitive standing, traverse stairs, stoop, bend, squat,
kneel and reach when performing daily work. · Travel: As needed. ·
Maintain predictable attendance Job descriptions represent a
general outline of job duties, functions, and qualifications. They
are not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs
evolve over time and therefore their description may not reflect
the precise nature of the position at a given point in time. It is
Harvest Healthcare Solutions policy to base hiring decisions solely
on the individual’s ability to perform essential job functions.
Persons with disabilities are eligible for this position provided
they are able to perform those functions with reasonable
accommodation. I have read the Physical Therapist Assistant job
description. By my signature I confirm that I fully understand and
certify that I am able to perform the duties listed.
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