Physical Therapy Assistant Iii-Cmhhip

State of Colorado•Pueblo, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant III position is a full-time role, scheduled Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., on-site at the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo (CMHIP). This position is responsible for providing input and implementing treatment programs for CMHIP patients according to the outlined Physical Therapy Treatment Program Plan of Care, established by a Registered Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides sequential implementation of the Plan of Care established by the Physical Therapist, progressing treatment to meet established short term, long term and patient goals. The Physical Therapist Assistant has regular and ongoing communication with the Physical Therapist regarding the patient's progress and ongoing status. The Physical Therapy Assistant will be responsible for documenting patient treatments, changes in condition and other pertinent information as required in the BEHR System. Patient care is done in a clean and safe environment. All Physical Therapist Assistant treatment shall be in compliance with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) code of Ethics and Standards of Physical Therapy Assistant practice.

Requirements

Must possess and maintain active Colorado Physical Therapy Assistant License
Full Background check and Reference Check required
This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position
Shall not initiate or engage in sexual, social, personal or financial relationships with patients either during or any time after hospitalization, even if the patient requests or initiates such a relationship
All relationships with current or former patients must be disclosed on your application
Successfully pass all modules of the CMHIP New Employee Orientation core curriculum to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics
Possess the physical ability to successfully complete hospital required physical intervention training and CPR
Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist
Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled containment to the floor
Withstand impact on own body using an ASP shield
Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for using a defensive tactic
Kneel on one or both knees and stand up again with multiple repetitions
Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety
Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
Ability to read and comprehend the English language; effectively and fluently communicates in English, both verbally and in writing
2-step TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
Annual influenza vaccination
Other vaccinations as required by the State of Colorado CDHS

Nice To Haves

Experience treating patients with cognitive impairments, dementia, or traumatic brain injuries (TBI) affecting behavior
Proven success communicating with a psychiatric care team, including psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses, and social workers
Expertise in applying ultrasound, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, and hot/cold packs safely
Ability to fit patients for and instruct them on using walkers, canes, and crutches.
Patience when dealing with irritable, depressed, or highly anxious patients who are navigating severe pain
Ability to translate complex biomechanical feedback into easy instructions for families, caregivers, and the supervising PT
Accurate daily documentation of patient progress and metrics to comply with insurance rules and care plans
Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software and scheduling platforms
Relevant years of state service experience.

Responsibilities

Implementation of Treatment Plans: Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist: Responsible for input and implementing treatment programs for CMHIP patients according to the outlined Physical Therapy Treatment Program Plan of Care, established and reviewed by a Licensed Registered Physical Therapist
Ongoing assessment, communication exchange and progression of patients progress
Application of Standards for Physical Therapist Assistants and PT related practices and principles
Documentation of Physical Therapist Assistant treatment programs
Actively involved in communication with unit staff on relevant client PT information
Treats the clients that are on schedule for that day
Maintains legal and accreditation compliance by adhering to policy positions concerning federal, state, and local regulations and The Joint Commission standards
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading periodicals, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations
Implement patient treatment plans
Performs certain aspects of patient evaluation and interventions
Administers treatment programs as established by Physical Therapists
Focuses on providing the highest quality treatment for patients that allows for excellent patient outcomes
Assesses patient condition using knowledge of basic biological and medical science
Instructs patients on physical therapy interventions, modalities and home exercise programs
Data Entry/Administrative: Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist: Provides PT Department computer patient data entry daily including missed physical therapy appointments
Accurate documentation of Physical Therapist Assistant treatment programs
Runs PT department daily schedule
Runs monthly data entry after DME equipment sweep
Performs other data entry/administrative duties as assigned by supervisor
Documents in BEHR under AdHoc charting using the PT Daily Documentation note
Budget: Under the Supervision of the Physical Therapist: Checks Physical Therapy Department inventory and orders supplies through Central Sterile and authorized by the supervisor
Determines if additional supplies are needed
Ensures all documentation for purchases are kept and secured in the event of an audit
Discharge: Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist: Returns checked out Physical Therapy durable medical equipment back to the PT Department inventory
Updates equipment inventory
Provides PT department and durable medical equipment cleaning as needed while including the supervision of IT workers in performing these duties
Communicates with treating physical therapist on updated discharge client information
Performs any other duties as assigned

Benefits

PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center
Employee Wellness program
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program