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

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant provides routine treatment as assigned and according to a plan of care established by a licensed Physical Therapist. The role provides direct patient care after a patient has been evaluated by a licensed Physical Therapist and documents patient progress in daily progress notes and/or summaries to physicians. The assistant performs prescribed treatments under a licensed Physical Therapist’s supervision, communicates changes in patient status, and informs the therapist when reassessment is needed. The position is based in a patient-care environment and involves routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste. The role requires very heavy physical work, including exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, and more than 20 pounds constantly to move objects. The employee must comply with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct.

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 varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong organizational skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Ability to meet the very heavy physical demands of the position.
Ability to work in a patient-care environment with occupational exposure risks that may include blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, hazardous medications, or hazardous waste.

Responsibilities

Perform physical therapy treatments prescribed by a physician under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
Communicate and document changes in a patient's status and inform the therapist when the patient requires reassessment.
Maintain patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
Participate in staff and committee projects.
Achieve productivity levels established by administration.
Educate and train others within the discipline.
Adapt behavior and communication to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adjusting communication style.
Perform other related duties as required.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.