Physical Therapist Asst

JOB SUMMARY: The Physical Therapist Assistant performs patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Physical Therapist.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

●  Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist

●  Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all patients, clients and team members

●  Consistently attend work and provide appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off

●  Maintain productivity standards as determined by supervisor and clinical needs

●  Demonstrate consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations

●  Treat patients according to treatment plan

●  Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines

●  Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines

●  Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs as directed by staff therapist

●  Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans

●  Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed

●  Participate in in-service training program for other staff at the facility

●  Participate in facility performance improvement programs

●  Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and other staff within the Rehab department

●  Perform other duties as required or directed

●  Screen patients based upon identified need per State Practice Act

●  Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department

●  Report any problems with department equipment to appropriate personnel so that it is maintained in good working order

●  Travel or float between facilities as determined by supervisor and patient needs

● Understand and adhere to the guidelines of “Residents Rights” and assure resident safety

QUALIFICATIONS

●  Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program

●  Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical Therapy Assistants

●  Ability to understand, remember and carry out verbal or written instructions in English

●  Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner

●  Ability to be flexible and positive with intermittent interruptions