OUTPATIENT PHYSICAL THERAPY ASST
About The Position
Under the general supervision of a Physical or Occupational Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant performs the duties of a registered physical therapist assistant and other duties specific to the Rehabilitative Services Department. The position reports to a Physical Therapist and is responsible for maintaining patient-care standards in accordance with hospital regulations, policies, and procedures for physical therapy. The assistant collaborates with therapists, medical staff, other departments, and nursing staff to support quality patient care. The role may include supervising therapy aides and may require evening, night, or weekend work on a regular or as-needed basis.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in physical therapy from an accredited institution offering training in this specialty.
- Supervised clinical internship.
- Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in the State of Arkansas.
Nice To Haves
- Two to four years of experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintain patient-care standards in accordance with hospital regulations, policies, and physical therapy procedures.
- Confer with the physical therapist and medical staff regarding policies and procedures for patient care.
- May supervise therapy aides.
- Maintain rapport with other departments and nursing staff to enhance patient-care quality.
- Participate in continuous quality improvement studies.
- Assist a Physical or Occupational Therapist with patient evaluations.
- Assist with record keeping and participate in computerized health information systems.
- Assist with making patient appointments.
- Prepare departmental and accounting reports in a timely manner.
- Maintain standards required by regulatory entities.
- Participate in special events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
