PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Job Details

Job Location

Maverick Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Eagle Pass, TX

Position Type

Full Time

Description

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) implements therapeutic programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, which include therapeutic exercise, gait training, and other activities of physical therapy.

JOB DUTIES / KNOWLEDGE :

• Coordinates and collaborates with the Physical Therapist and the Rehab Director to ensure integration of the therapeutic program in the plan of care.
• Guides and teaches the patient in techniques, exercises, or precautions designed to improve range of motion, strength, balance, coordination, endurance, or functional ability in accordance with instruction from the supervising Physical Therapist as approved by the physician.
• Observes, records, and reports the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition or treatment. Documents the extent of the patient's involvement in the decision affecting his / her care.
• Participates in patient case conferences to coordinate the patient's plan of care and promote positive therapeutic outcome.
• Report patient complaints of pain or sickness, and unusual reactions to treatment to the Physical Therapist and Coordinator.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sight and hearing sufficient to comprehend written and verbal communication, ability to work a minimum of eight (8) hours per day while driving, standing, sitting, assisting patients movement, writing, and speaking.

Qualifications

JOB PERFORMANCE :

Demonstrates initiative and skills in planning and organizing work

MISSION / AGENCY STANDARDS :

Demonstrates organizational awareness and commitment

Observes confidentiality policy at all times

Observes attendance and attire polices

Complies with all other related policies, procedures and requests

Conserves agency resources

COMMUNICATION SKILLS :

Demonstrates interpersonal understanding and utilizes effective communication skills

Exhibits behaviors of cooperation

PERSONAL / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT :

Continuing education and personal / professional development responsibilities

Exhibits adaptability, flexibility, self-control and maturity in work and behavior

SERVICE EXCELLENCE :

Service Excellence 50% of yearly evaluation

PROBLEM SOLVING :

Exhibit critical thinking abilities and applies them for continuous improvement of services and the agency

QUALIFICATIONS :

DEGRESS OF TRAVEL :

Must have a car with current insurance coverage and a State driver's license.

DEGRESS OF DISRUPTION TO ROUTINE, OVERTIME :

Must be able to adapt to client status and needs as directed. Schedule changes daily due to client condition and needs, new clients, etc.

SAFETY HAZARDS IN JOB :

Possible infections from clients, auto accident, unsafe neighborhoods.