REHAB THERAPY ASST-HC

Covenant Health•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant administers specified evaluations and provides or assists with specified treatment and activity programs for rehabilitation therapy patients under the guidance and supervision of a licensed therapist, in accordance with the physician’s plan of care. The assistant monitors patient progress and modifies treatment plans as instructed or approved by the licensed therapist. The position reports to the assigned Physical or Occupational Therapist and Clinical Supervisor. Local travel is required.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
Two years of experience as a licensed rehabilitation therapy assistant (LPTA or COTA) in a healthcare environment.
Tennessee state licensure as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), maintained throughout employment.
Valid Tennessee Class D driver’s license and state-mandated minimum insurance coverage.
Driving record must meet Covenant Health minimum standards at hire and throughout employment.
CPR certification required.

Nice To Haves

Previous home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Review pertinent data for treatment planning and evaluation; administer standard evaluations and obtain information about patients’ conditions, limitations, home environments, and capabilities; work with the licensed therapist to identify treatment goals and appropriate remedial care.
Administer treatment and activity programs, including specialized treatment, as directed by the licensed therapist and in accordance with the plan of care and established policies and procedures; monitor progress, recommend treatment options, and modify plans as approved.
Work with the licensed therapist to record and document clinical and progress notes, including treatment responses and progress toward goals; ensure progress notes are sent to the physician when the patient has an appointment.
Coordinate therapy activities with physicians, therapists, nurses, CNAs, and other Home Health therapy staff; communicate relevant patient information or changes to the treatment team and contribute to patient care, referrals, and discharge planning.
Help educate clients and families about treatment plans, goals, priorities, expected outcomes, and the use of equipment or devices; assess their responses to treatment protocols.
Maintain therapy equipment and ensure adequate inventory of departmental supplies.
Receive supervision from a licensed therapist at least every 30 days.
Follow policies, procedures, and safety standards; complete required annual education assignments; work toward goals and objectives; and participate in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel locally as required.