Rehabilitation - Physical Therapist Assistant

Guam Regional Medical City • Dededo, GU

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About The Position

Under the general direction of the rehabilitation manager and the supervision of a physical therapist, the Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy services to patients in their homes according to the plan of care established by a physical therapist. The role includes reassessing patients at each visit, coordinating care with clinical team members, and completing documentation in accordance with Home and Community Services Division policies and procedures. The assistant maintains and enhances professional knowledge, follows safety and exposure-control requirements, and helps foster a respectful, courteous, and effective team environment.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Associate’s degree program in Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license from the Territory of Guam.
• Current AHA BLS Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services in patients’ homes under the supervision of a physical therapist and according to the established plan of care.
• Reassess each patient’s status at every visit and document quality of care in the clinical record.
• Coordinate patient care with other clinical team members to support optimal care and communication.
• Complete required paperwork in accordance with Home and Community Services Division policies and procedures, documenting care provided and outcomes achieved.
• Maintain and enhance personal knowledge and promote professional standards in physical therapy.
• Attend required safety training and understand responsibilities related to general, department/service, and job-specific safety hazards.
• Follow the Hospital Exposure Control Plans for bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
• Treat patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees with respect and regard for their dignity.
• Promote effective working relationships and work effectively with department and unit teams, both within and across departments.

What This Job Offers

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