PRN - Physical Therapist Assistant
Healthactions P A•Dothan, AL
•Onsite
About The Position
The physical therapist assistant assists physical therapists in the implementation of patient care rehabilitation programs to help reduce patient pain and increase mobility, function and strength. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- Associate Physical Therapist Degree
- Yearly maintenance of required CEU’s
- Clinical Skills
- Customer/Client Focus
- Quality Focus
- Health Promotion
- Persistence
- Energetic
- Flexibility
- Teamwork Orientation
- Time Management
Nice To Haves
- Specific training can be obtained for pelvic health, Lymphatic drainage and other specialty care.
Responsibilities
- Meet patient goals and provide quality care by assessing, planning, treating, and progressing patients through outcomes-driven PT.
- Evaluate and interpret findings to create PT treatment plans (in consultation with physicians, by prescription, or through direct access).
- Deliver treatment including manual therapy, active neuromuscular release, myofascial release, trigger point release, positional release, dry needling, manual exercise, nonmanual exercise, corrective exercise, taping, ambulatory and functional activities, daily-living activities, and instruction in assistive/supportive device use. Specific training can be obtained for pelvic health, Lymphatic drainage and other specialty care.
- Administer PT treatments including massage, traction, physical agents, moist packs, ultrasound, and directing treatments provided by assistants/aides.
- Track outcomes and adjust care by observing progress and recommending modifications, with specific tracking and measurement through use of PSFS and FOTO.
- Support discharge planning and continuity of care through HEP design, patient and caregiver instruction, and equipment recommendations.
- Document services accurately, maintain confidentiality, and comply with safety, infection-control, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain equipment readiness through preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Continue professional growth through workshops, publications, networks, and professional societies.
- Contribute to staff development through education and in-services as needed.
Benefits
- New incentive program
- Other benefits and opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
