SEH-PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASST

Sparrow•Charlotte, MI

56d

About The Position

General Purpose of Job: Provides physical therapy treatment to assigned patients in accordance with the treatment plan of care. Assumes responsibility for creating experienced-based service.

Requirements

Valid State of Michigan Physical Therapy Assistant License
CPR/BCLS certification.
No prior work experience is required
Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy
Knowledge of physical therapy theory and techniques
Knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and hospital policies related to the provision of rehabilitation services including HIPAA confidentiality and JCAHO mandates
Written and computer skills necessary to prepare required documentation
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate, orally and in written form, with patients, families, physicians, and health care professionals in the exchange of information. Presents self in a warm, professional and caring manner.
Demonstrates professional appearance.
Skills necessary to provide guidance, training, prioritize and review the work of assigned staff
Analytical ability to assess patient progress and recommend appropriate changes to the plan of care
Mental ability to complete required documentation in a timely manner, deal with the concerns of patients and their families, and handle frequent scheduling changes
Physical ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, transfer/lift/ reposition patients, reach/stoop/bend/kneel/crouch, and operate rehabilitation equipment/devices
Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

Responsibilities

Consistently exemplifies “on-stage” behavior.
Is responsible for creating a destination, experience-based service; delivers customized experiences using patient profiles.
Provides physical therapy treatment to assigned patients in accordance with the treatment plan of care provided by physical therapist.
Instruct patients in safe transfers, activities of daily living, correct ambulation, therapeutic exercises and correct usage of exercise equipment; trains family members and caregivers on various therapeutic procedures and home exercises.
Performs physical therapy screenings, including range of motion measurements, assesses patient progress; recommends changes to the plan of care as appropriate.
Maintains communication with the Physical Therapist, nurses and physicians to facilitate quality patient care; reports abnormal physiological changes.
Documents patient treatments, progress notes and discharge summaries in a timely manner and in accordance with Hospital policies and insurance requirements.
Assists in developing, marketing and implementing various Rehab Services programs including, but not limited to, Aquatic Physical Therapy Program and the Encore program.
Schedules patient treatments/appointments along with referring patients to other hospital services.
Provides guidance and training to appropriate staff regarding home exercise programs.
Attends staff meetings and in-service programs as required.
Assists in cleaning and maintaining therapy equipment and treatment areas; notifies appropriate personnel of supplies needed to be ordered.
Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision, values, and customer service initiatives. Adheres to the organization’s policies & procedures, and compliance guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.