Phys Therapist Asst

MACON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

Position Description

Department Name : Rehab

Employee Name :

Job Title : Physical Therapy Assistant

Reports to (Title) : Rehab Director

Supervises : (Positions) PTA Students and PT Students

I.Position Summary

Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing direct patient care and individualized care planning / implementation

and oversight of support staff.

II.Position Requirements :

A.Licensure / Certification / Registration : State License or eligibility

B.Education : Associates degree from accredited program.

C.Experience : 0-6 months.

D.Special qualifications : CPR certified with American Heart Association.

III.Degree of Supervision Required :

General guidance from management, expected to perform most duties independently and in accordance with established policyand procedures and per state of Tennessee guidelines for PTA.

IV. Ages of Patients Served :

This position requires competence in assessment, treatment, and / or care for the age groups indicated. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in his / her assigned service area. The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training, or experience.

Birth - 1 Year

Infant

2-12 Year

Pediatric

13-18 Years

Adolescent

19-69 Years

Adult

70 +

Geriatric

N / A

No responsibility to treat or care for patients

V. Working Conditions :

Hospital rooms, common areas, clinical departments, and hospital grounds. Potential hazards include :

Exposure to

None

Some

Frequent

Very

Frequent

Exposure to

None

Some

Frequent

Very

Frequent

• toxic / caustic chemicals
• blood or body fluids
• extreme conditions, hot or cold
• communicable diseases
• dust / fumes / gases
• unprotected heights
• moving mechanical arts
• CRT (computer) Monitor
• potential electric shock
• frequent, repetitive motions
• x-ray electromagnetic energy
• other (as listed)
• high pitched Noises
• needles or other sharp objects

VI. Physical Requirements :

Occasional : sitting, climbing, working in hot, cold or wet surroundings, working outdoors, working near radiation sources, working near fumes. Frequent : twisting, pushing / pulling, lifting or carrying 11-51 pounds or more (patient treatments), working with or near chemicals (cleaning substances, IV medications, etc.) working with hazardous waste material (blood and body fluid) operating machinery, using hand tools (modality equipment). Constant : standing / walking, bending / stooping, using arm muscles, using leg muscles, using back muscles, smelling, hearing, seeing, color vision, talking, finger dexterity, feeling, touching, lifting or carrying 2-10 pounds, wearing protective clothing and / or equipment (blood borne pathogen standards). Must have valid driver license.

VII. Personal Protective Equipment :

This position requires the use of personal protective equipment during various tasks / activities. Personal protective equipment includes, but is not limited to, gloves, masks and safety glasses.

I have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform all essential functions of this position. I understand that information regarding patients at this facility is confidential and is not to be disclosed without written authorization of the patient or authorized representative. I will discuss patient's information only in the course of my duties and never in open areas such as hallways, snack bar, etc., where it might be overheard by visitors or other patients, or outside of the hospital while off duty. I also understand that information in some patient's records may be governed by federal regulation and that disclosure of such information is punishable by fine or imprisonment, even after I leave the employment of the facility. I certify that I have completed HIPAA training and will honor all policies and procedures. I understand that violations of these policies and procedures may result in sanctions. I agree to abide by all local, state and federal laws.