Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN - Acute Care - Jeff Highway

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant provides routine treatment assigned according to a plan of care established by a licensed Physical Therapist. The assistant 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 requires adapting communication and care to the needs and preferences of the patient population and maintaining compliance with applicable laws, standards, policies, and procedures. This position is in a patient-care environment and involves direct patient contact, travel throughout and between facilities, and routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, and specimens that may contain communicable diseases. Depending on job duties, there may also be occupational exposure to hazardous medications or waste. The position is PRN and located at Jeff Highway.

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.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications, role-specific software packages, and keyboard use.
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 meet the physical demands of the role, including frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force and occasionally up to 100 pounds; stooping, bending, reaching, squatting, crawling, and grasping; and traveling throughout and between facilities.

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 Physical Therapist when a patient needs reassessment.
Maintain patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
Participate in staff and committee projects.
Meet productivity levels established by administration.
Educate and train others within the discipline when required.
Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permission, and adjusting communication style.
Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and concerns related to patient or employee safety, privacy, or compliance.
Perform other related duties as required.