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Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

CLC of Laurel LLCLaurel, MS, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides therapy services to patients under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist. The PTA performs the following :

  • Assists the therapist in the evaluation process as directed.
  • Identifies indications for and assists in evaluations at appropriate intervals under the direct supervision of the therapist.
  • Assists the therapist in identifying a problem list, short-term goals, long-term goals, and treatment plan.
  • Conducts individual treatment as assigned and outlined in the treatment plan.
  • Assists in the selection of techniques / media and in the sequence of activities, adapts techniques / media as indicated by patient performance and following consultation with the therapist. No major modification to the treatment plan is made without the prior consultation with the therapist.
  • Provides / recommends / fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics. Trains patient, family, and appropriate staff in the use or application of the above.
  • Adheres to documentation compliance guidelines.
  • Provides treatment in accordance with the established standards of practice, department procedures, and productivity standards.
  • Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation, and follow-up of patient therapy programs.

Communication & Reporting Responsibilities

Self-Evaluation

Supervisory Evaluation

  • Confers formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation of the patient.
  • Records billable treatment times in accordance with company Billing Compliance Guidelines.
  • Compliance Responsibilities

    Self-Evaluation

    Supervisory Evaluation

  • Complies with applicable legal requirements and standards including but not limited to company Policies and Procedures and Code of Conduct.
  • Participates in orientation and training programs, as required.
  • Reports concerns and suspected incidences of non-compliance following proper chain of command.
  • Cooperates with monitoring and audit functions and investigations.
  • Participates, as requested, in process improvement responsibilities.
  • Maintains current licensure assuring that renewals are completed and processed within specified time frames as designated by state licensure boards.
  • Daily Responsibilities

    Self-Evaluation

    Supervisory Evaluation

  • Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during assigned shift.
  • Adheres to established confidentiality and privacy standards, including but not limited to HIPPA legislature.
  • Projects a positive and professional image at all times.
  • Teamwork Responsibilities

    Self-Evaluation

    Supervisory Evaluation

  • Assists in establishing and modifying individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members.
  • Adheres to department and patient schedule and modifies as appropriate for treatment regimen.
  • Participates in patient, family, and staff education.
  • Completes online in-services timely and attends facility in-services and meetings, as required.
  • Provides in-service education to the members of the patient’s care team and education to the community.
  • Maintains safe and clean work area and adheres to the facility / company safety standards.
  • Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
  • Maintains positive relationships and rapport with coworkers, patients, family members, and facility personnel.
  • Requirements :

    Certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant with state licensure

    Experience in skilled nursing preferred

    BLS certification preferred

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