Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant

Requirements

• Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant Board of the States
• Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care
• Ability to read technical procedures
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations
• Ability to solve practical problems
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state
• Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices
• Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist
• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board
• Assist in maintaining department
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans
• Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures
• Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.

Benefits

No information provided on Benefits.