PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (PTA)

Chambers County Public Hospital District No 1•Anahuac, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides therapy services to patients and/or clients for the purpose of injury prevention and rehabilitation, as well as health promotion for inpatient, outpatient, and swing bed patients. The PTA may, in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document the progress of treatments. The role also involves participating in activities and training to promote and attain regulatory compliance at the local, state, and federal level. This is a PRN opportunity.

Requirements

Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program approved by the Commission for the Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education.
Licensed to practice Physical Therapy in the State of Texas.
Demonstrates the physical and mental capabilities (practical &/or written, post training competency test) to perform the duties required of the position.
Can meet the physical demand level of the position.

Responsibilities

Provide treatments, instructions, and other physical therapy services according to the scope of practice limitations per State statute.
Guide or transport patients to and from physical therapy work area.
Attend planned meetings to review patient progress and update care plans.
Perform clerical duties such as scheduling appointments.
Retain the responsibility for all delegated tasks to other licensees and support personnel.
Participate in professional and facility enhancement programs and activities as required by the Director of Clinical Services.
Ensure proficient services through proper patient and equipment scheduling.
Comply with the Facility’s Comprehensive Compliance Plan (CCP) which includes but is not limited to: Business & Clinical Operations, Environmental Health & Safety, HIPAA, Human Resources and Code of Conduct as well as all facility policies and procedures and educational requirements associated the CCP.
Comply with all local, state and federal regulations training and instruction requirements as well as any other standards that govern healthcare services provision.
Assist with and/or carry out routine cleaning, maintenance support operations of equipment and supplies in accordance with regulatory standards and EHS policies and procedures.
Carry out EHS duties as designated policy and/or by the Director of Rehabilitation Services.
Communicate and collaborate with interdisciplinary team meetings and conferences.
Assemble, clean and maintain equipment and materials for patients’ use.
Adhere to all established systems and training programs to provide a safe environment.
Comply with all CMS regulations and other local, state and federal regulations.
Adhere to standards and always maintain professional dress while working.
Maintain friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and coworkers.
Responsive to customer needs.
Use the Service Excellence model when interacting with patients, clients, and guests.
Demonstrate commitment to professional growth and competence by adherence to hospital and departmental annual training commitments.
Participate in self-development by attending mandatory in-services and educational programs appropriate to the goals and needs of the department.
Maintain compliance with Chambers Health standards of operation.
Always adhere to Chambers Health Business Conduct Policy.
Maintain all records and reports to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and codes.
Maintain compliance with all requirements of Federal, State and local regulations and guidelines including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended.
Collaborate with marketing team to promote the therapy program.
Perform other related duties as may be assigned.