Physical Therapist Assistant, Tunkhannock O / P Rehab Center (PT, Days)

Description

Physical Therapist Assistant

Part-time, Flexible Hours

GENERAL SUMMARY :

Under the overall supervision of the Team or Clinic Manager, the Physical Therapist Assistant administers physical therapy treatments under the direct, on premise supervision of the Physical Therapist, in compliance with state law governing the practice of Physical Therapy in the Commonwealth of PA.

The Physical Therapist Assistant must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served by his / her department-pediatric through geriatric. The Physical Therapist Assistant must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status; interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs; and to provide the care needed as described in the Outpatient and Physical Therapy policies and procedures.

Type of supervision exercised : functional supervision of support personnel during clinical activities. Jobs reporting to this position : aides.

EDUCATION :

Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant Program approved in the year of graduation by the American Physical Therapy Association.

WORK EXPERIENCE :

New graduate acceptable.

One (1) to two (2) years Physical Therapist Assistant experience preferred.

Indirect Supervision License preferred.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS :

Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check and PA Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse Central Register (Childline) and Cogent.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with management, staff, patients, and visitors.

Valid PA driver's license required for travel.

CPR certification is required and must be maintained.

Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care appropriate to the age specific need and culture of the patient served.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Medium Work : duties require exerting 25 to 50 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 10-33% of shift), and / or 10-25lbs. of force frequently (approx 33-66% of the time), and / or greater than negligible amount up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects.

Position involves sitting and working in reaching and strained positions throughout shift.

Ability to transport self throughout facility is required.

Must be able to travel as required.

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS :

Occasional exposure to blood and body substances.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Well-lit office, gym, and PT care areas.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB :

E = Essential Element NE = Nonessential Element

Implements physical therapy treatment for patients within the framework of the prescription / plan of care. Modifies treatment as appropriate. Provides patient / family education and home programs as necessary.(E)

• Reports to the supervising physical therapist updates concerning patient status as needed. (E)
• Documents patient status and treatments according to Outpatient and Therapy policies and procedures. (E)
• Delegates appropriate duties and provides supervision. Communicates necessary information to teammates for coverage of patients in his / her absence. Assists in absorbing patient load and duties of other therapists as necessary. (E)
• Maintains productivity standard according to the "Outpatient Clinical Work Performance" Policy. (E)
• Follows all corporate, hospital and Outpatient Therapy policies including Complaint and Grievance Process and Variance Reporting (E)
• Maintains corporate, divisional and department competencies and annual training. (E)
• Promotes and develops clinical expertise in self. (E)
• Participates in the Student Program as a clinical instructor according to clinical education policies and procedures. (NE)
• Provides educational programs to community / staff. (NE)