Physical Therapy Aide II, Inpatient Experience, Per Diem

Physical Therapy Aide Ii, Inpatient Experience, Per Diem

Job Summary : Under direct supervision of a registered physical therapist, the physical therapy aide assists in implementing pre-determined portions of a physical therapy treatment plan / program such as the preparation and application of prescribed therapeutic modalities and procedures related to activities of daily living. As instructed, the PT aide will also perform a variety of non-clinical services to assist in the daily operation of the rehabilitation department. Physical therapy aides do not assist in evaluating / assessing a patient's physical capacities / functioning nor do they plan or initiate treatment.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Upholds Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities, and applicable state, federal, and local laws.
• Transports patients to required locations observing established procedures and safety precautions.
• Performs clerical functions such as posting treatment given, completing CPRs, filing progress sheets, maintaining statistics, ordering supplies, making copies of files / exercise programs, etc.
• Observes all regional, medical center, and department policies and procedures.
• Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
• Communicates clearly, effectively, and appropriately at all times.
• Maintains a courteous professional relationship with patients, families, other members of the department, and health care team.
• Maintains equipment, supplies, and work area in accordance with departmental guidelines.
• In accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures, demonstrates competence in providing patient care tasks as instructed and delegated by a licensed physical therapist.
• Utilizes skills in performance of physical therapy modalities and procedures.
• Utilizes and applies an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served - pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Based on structures / established guidelines, protocols, and standards, documents clinical activities and patient response to treatment / modalities.

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Location : Los Angeles, California

Reqnumber : 1376479