Physical Therapist Assistant (3153)

Andwell Health Partners•Augusta, ME

2d•Remote

About The Position

Implements physical therapy services in accordance with the plan of treatment developed by the PT and signed by the physician, and planned, delegated, and supervised by the RPT. Collaborates with the RPT in measuring the client’s functional level by applying appropriate tests and reporting results to PT. Implements client care plan activities based on treatment goals towards independent living for the client/family as directed by the Physical Therapist. Provides clear direction to clients during visits and communicates goals for the next visit. Observes and documents the effectiveness of interventions on the physical therapy visit report and reports to PT. Confers with RPT for referrals to internal and external community resources to meet client outcomes when appropriate. Treats clients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and maintain maximum performance using appropriate physical therapy treatments, modalities, and procedures as stated in the physical therapy plan of care. Teaches and supervises the client and family regarding alternative techniques to complete activities of daily living, proper transfers, and positioning. Instructs and advises clients, family, and other health team personnel, including, when appropriate, home health aides, in certain phases of physical therapy in which they may assist the client; also instructs all of the above in the use of prosthetic and orthotic devices and durable medical equipment, if appropriate. Identifies team members and their roles in case management activity and works collaboratively with them.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Associate Degree Program for Physical Therapy Assistants.
A minimum of one-year recent clinical experience.
Current license in the State of Maine as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
Must have a reliable automobile with a current Maine driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Implements physical therapy services in accordance with plan of treatment developed by the PT and signed by the physician and planned, delegated and supervised by the RPT.
Collaborates with the RPT in measuring the client’s functional level by applying appropriate tests and reporting results to PT.
Implements client care plan activities based on treatment goals towards independent living for the client/family as directed by the Physical Therapist.
Provides clear direction to clients during visits and communicates goals for the next visit.
Observes & documents the effectiveness of the interventions on the physical therapy visit report & reports to PT.
Confers with RPT for referrals to internal and external community resources to meet client outcomes when appropriate.
Treats clients to relieve pain, develop and restore function and maintain maximum performance using appropriate physical therapy treatments, modalities and procedures as stated in the physical therapy plan of care.
Teaches and supervises the client and family regarding alternative techniques to complete activities of daily living, proper transfers & positioning.
Instructs and advises clients, family and other health team personnel including, when appropriate, home health aides, in certain phases of physical therapy in which they may assist the client; also instructs all of the above in the use of prosthetic and orthotic devices and durable medical equipment, if appropriate.
Identifies team members and their roles in case management activity and works collaboratively with them.