Physical Therapist Assistant
PACS
•Onsite
About The Position
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care. The essential functions of this position require the ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant Board of the States.
- Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
- Ability to read technical procedures.
- Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to solve practical problems.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.
- Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
- Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist.
- Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board.
- Assist in maintaining department.
- Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed.
- Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
- Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
- Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
- Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
- Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
- Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
- Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
- Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
