Physical Therapy Assistant Chiropractic Clinic Calhoun

AdventHealth•Calhoun, GA

46d•Onsite

About The Position

Physical Therapy Assistant All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: + Benefits from Day One + Paid Days Off from Day One + Student Loan Repayment Program + Career Development Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. Schedule: Mon - Fri 40 hours Shift : Days Location: 1035 Red Bud Road, Calhoun, GA 30701 The community you'll be caring for: _AdventHealth Gordon_ + Four seasons of outdoor activities, including whitewater, hiking, camping + Named #4 on NICHE magazines Best Cities (under 100,000) to Raise a Family + Affordable land and homes + Outstanding quality of life + Strong cultural community + Access to excellent public and private K-12 education + Convenient location between two large metropolitan areas: Atlanta and Chattanooga The role you'll contribute: Practices principles of employee and patient safety during daily job activities. Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures, and other extensions of clinical expertise to the community. Implements individualized treatment plans based on physical therapy evaluations and through consideration of practice standards, recommended techniques, insurance guidelines, and patient needs. Modifies treatment plans as necessary based on ongoing assessments in consultation with physical therapist. Collects patient data and communicates with the physical therapists regarding discharge recommendations when maximum benefit has been achieved. Documents patient care accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology, following standards of practice, insurance guidelines, and department/hospital policies. Charges patients accurately and timely according to CPT code format, price file, and insurance guidelines. Oversees the care provided by rehabilitation aides according to established regulations and practice standards, and may involve coordinating activities of rehabilitation aides, students, and other support personnel. Evaluates and interprets patient data relative to age-appropriate behavior, motor skills, and physiological norms, modifying approaches and communication skills accordingly. Identifies the need for patient and caregiver education, utilizing opportunities for teaching and documenting understanding as appropriate. Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives. Maintains clinical competencies through professional development, best practices, and serving as a clinical instructor. Maintains productivity standards as defined by the department and adjusts work hours to meet the needs of the patients as required. Other duties as assigned. JOB JOB PROFILE SUMMARY Responsible for providing direct and indirect Physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist in a professional manner and within hospital standards. This position delivers therapy aimed at improving patients' functional abilities and quality of life and adheres to the corporate compliance plan and all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies, and accrediting bodies.

Requirements

Associate's [Required] Field of Study: in Physical Therapy Required
Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required] AND
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) [Required] OR
Physical Therapy Assistant - TEMP (PTA-TEMP) [Required]

Responsibilities

Practices principles of employee and patient safety during daily job activities.
Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures, and other extensions of clinical expertise to the community.
Implements individualized treatment plans based on physical therapy evaluations and through consideration of practice standards, recommended techniques, insurance guidelines, and patient needs.
Modifies treatment plans as necessary based on ongoing assessments in consultation with physical therapist.
Collects patient data and communicates with the physical therapists regarding discharge recommendations when maximum benefit has been achieved.
Documents patient care accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology, following standards of practice, insurance guidelines, and department/hospital policies.
Charges patients accurately and timely according to CPT code format, price file, and insurance guidelines.
Oversees the care provided by rehabilitation aides according to established regulations and practice standards, and may involve coordinating activities of rehabilitation aides, students, and other support personnel.
Evaluates and interprets patient data relative to age-appropriate behavior, motor skills, and physiological norms, modifying approaches and communication skills accordingly.
Identifies the need for patient and caregiver education, utilizing opportunities for teaching and documenting understanding as appropriate.
Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.
Maintains clinical competencies through professional development, best practices, and serving as a clinical instructor.
Maintains productivity standards as defined by the department and adjusts work hours to meet the needs of the patients as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Responsible for providing direct and indirect Physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist in a professional manner and within hospital standards.
This position delivers therapy aimed at improving patients' functional abilities and quality of life and adheres to the corporate compliance plan and all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies, and accrediting bodies.