Physical Therapy Assistant - Rehabilitation Services - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Charleston, SC

26d

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients using their educational skills and knowledge. The assistant documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the electronic health record, implements established treatment programs, and provides education to patients and families. The role may serve outpatients, inpatients, pediatric patients, and patients at off-site locations, as part of the continuum of professional care. The position works under the direction of a Physical Therapist and collaborates with the therapist and other health team members to plan, modify, and coordinate treatment programs. The role serves patients across the lifespan, from neonates through geriatrics, and may involve travel to off-site locations.

Requirements

Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of current practice.
Demonstrate appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Demonstrate general computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
Have analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities, and progress.
Have interpersonal skills to interact effectively with coworkers, physicians, patients, and families.
Be able to work well with patients, the public, and other healthcare professionals at all levels.
Demonstrate critical thinking skills.
Have effective organizational and time-management skills.
Have effective written and verbal communication skills.
Be able to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.
Be able to maintain quality, safety, and infection-prevention standards.
Be able to work independently and maintain confidentiality of work-related and sensitive information.
Be able to communicate effectively with people of various cultural and educational backgrounds.
BLS Basic Life Support is required at hire for RSFH.

Nice To Haves

BLS Basic Life Support is preferred upon hire; it is required within 30 days for BSMH.

Responsibilities

Provide age-appropriate therapeutic interventions as directed by the Physical Therapist and monitor patients’ responses to treatment.
Maintain accurate and concise records of treatment provided and patient progress.
Maintain the expected level of productivity without jeopardizing quality.
Precept and assist with the direction and evaluation of clinical experiences or internships for students from participating colleges, universities, or schools.
Follow departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time-off requests, and timecard recording.
Observe and report patients’ responses to treatment and progress orally and/or in writing to the Physical Therapist.
Collaborate with the Physical Therapist and other health team members to exchange and discuss patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
Use universal precautions and personal protective equipment and follow infection-control policies.