PRN C Home Health PTA

Riverside Health System • Williamsburg, VA

62d • $38 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant under the direction of the Licensed Physical Therapist shall perform duties including performing services planned, delegated and supervised by the Physical Therapist; preparing clinical and progress notes; participating in teaching the patient and family; and participating in in-service programs and case conferences. Following an evaluation by a Physical Therapist, the assistant will follow the plan of care and perform PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. This position must also be able to follow and adhere to the practices described in the Department Policy and Procedure Manual.

Requirements

• Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)
• Program Graduate, Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) (Required)
• 1 year Healthcare experience (Required)
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age, goal, and diagnosis appropriate care.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development throughout the life span, be able to assess patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data, and be able to interpret information to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care accordingly per patient care setting.
• License Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)
• Drives personal vehicle for RHS business 25% or more of the time to perform essential functions of the job
• Valid Drivers License Required

Responsibilities

• Follows Plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities.
• Participates in facility meetings, departmental meetings, in-services, educational programs, and other meetings to include solutions and engagement with resolution processes.
• Employee's individual productivity measures are satisfactory based on FTE/status and average number of assigned patients in case load.
• Participates positively in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students as needed.
• Completes documentation that supports skilled intervention and adherence to plan of care. Completes documentation per department policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree