Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient Therapy

AW Health Care • University City, MO

5d • $32 - $42

About The Position

A Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. Services are provided in accordance with physician orders and the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist (PT), under the PT’s direction and supervision.

Requirements

• Graduate from a two-year college-level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Currently licensed in the state or states in which practicing.
• Accept the philosophy and goals of the Agency.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to participate in physical activity.
• Ability to work for extended periods while standing and involved in physical activity.
• Ability to lift heavy items.
• Ability to perform extensive bending, lifting, and standing on a regular basis.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to established Agency policies and procedures.
• Provide physician-prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT.
• Improve or minimize patients’ residual physical disabilities and help them reach the optimum productive level within their capabilities.
• Participate with other health care personnel in patient care planning.
• Perform skilled procedures as ordered by the physician and according to the PT-established plan of care.
• Consult with the PT regarding changes in treatment.
• Instruct patients and family members in home programs and activities of daily living.
• Participate in in-service programs and present in-service programs as assigned.
• Participate in performance improvement activities as assigned.
• Attend scheduled patient care conferences.
• Prepare medical records and progress notes and update care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner according to Agency policy.
• Perform services planned, delegated, and supervised by the PT.
• Assist in preparing clinical and progress notes.
• Participate in educating the patient and family.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree