Physical Therapy Assistant - Full-time / Part-time

Overview:

Overview

Responsible for administering physical treatments as outlined by the staff Physical Therapist. Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the staff Physical Therapist, after the physical therapist has evaluated the patient. The Physical Therapist Assistant assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The Physical Therapist Assistant participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing treatment as directed by the staff Physical Therapist. Adheres to standards of physical medicine practice.

Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect, discusses observations with staff Physical Therapist.

Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.

Ability to perform components of an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy.

Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Assists with formulation of a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and assesses effectiveness of learning. Family is included in teaching as appropriate, staff Physical Therapist is apprised of conclusions.

Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy modalities.

Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.

Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.

Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, hospital staff and members of the department.

Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.

Coordinates and assists with directing patient care to ensure patient's needs are met and organization policy is followed.

Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.

Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.

Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.

Documentation meets current standards and policies.

Participates in educational staff performance improvement inservices. Assists with orientation and inservice training for certified department staff members, participates in guidance and educational programs.

Participates in infection control, departmental training equipment training and organizational CQI activities.

Acts as Clinical Instructor to Physical Therapist Assistant students, as needed, from academic institutions.

Establish and maintain relationships with referring physicians and staff. Works with leadership on Program Development and Marketing.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant school

Licensure: Current State Physical Therapy Assistant License

Experience: Clinical experience in Physical Therapy

Certifications: Current BLS certification

Other: Basic computer knowledge

Ability to read and communicate effectively in English

Strong written and verbal skills

Preferred Education:

Preferred Licensure:

Preferred Experience: Physical Therapy experience preferred

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Preferred Other: Additional languages preferred

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