Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Encore Rehabilitation • Mobile, AL

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About The Position

The Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant is a skilled, technical worker who performs physical therapy treatments and related duties as assigned by the therapist. The assistant plays a crucial role in the rehabilitation process, working under the supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist to ensure effective patient care.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants.
• Licensure by the Board of Physical Therapy in applicable State.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the code of ethics of the APTA.
• Reports to the staff Physical Therapists/Clinical Director concerning Physical Therapy matters.
• Carries out the physical therapy procedures according to the Plan of Care of the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Covers instructions for home treatment programs through consultation with the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Maintains proper equipment and supplies which might benefit the patient.
• Maintains proper attitude of encouragement toward the patient without giving false hope.
• Counsels patient and/or family on special problems with advice from the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Helps the patient become physically, emotionally, and socially independent.
• Utilizes proper procedures which will be in keeping with good patient care, but reasonable in expense to the department, such as supplies, equipment, linens, and time usage.
• Submits in writing to the Registered Physical Therapist/Supervisor on duty, any recorded incident or accident with patient or employee as it occurs.
• Documents on all patients' treatments received according to the policies and procedures of the physical therapy department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Associate degree