Physical Therapy Assistant -PRN - Skilled Nursing Unit - OMC New Orleans

Ochsner Health•New Orleans, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides routine physical therapy treatment as assigned and according to a plan of care provided by a licensed Physical Therapist. Provides direct patient care after evaluation by a licensed Physical Therapist and documents patient progress in daily progress notes and/or summaries to physicians. The role works in a patient-care setting and requires travel throughout and between facilities. The position is PRN in the Skilled Nursing Unit at OMC New Orleans.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
Current physical therapy assistant license in the state of practice, or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity from another state.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Proficiency using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to individuals at varying levels throughout the patient-care process.
Strong organizational skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Ability to meet very heavy work demands, including exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
Ability to work in an environment with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue, possible exposure to communicable diseases, and possible occupational exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste.

Responsibilities

Performs physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
Communicates and documents changes in a patient's status and informs the therapist when the patient needs reassessment.
Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
Participates in staff and committee projects.
Achieves productivity levels established by administration.
Educates and trains others within the discipline.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, tailoring explanations of services or procedures, requesting permission, and adapting communication style.
Performs other related duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensures compliance.
Reports known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and concerns related to patient or employee safety, patient privacy, or compliance.