Physical Therapy Assistant - Inpatient - FT - Days - MHW

Physical Therapy Assistant

Memorial Rehabilitation Institute provides highly specialized care ranging from complex multiple trauma, stroke and brain injury to physical and speech therapy. Inpatient care is offered at Memorial Regional Hospital South, with outpatient care available in five different locations. We also have a home health team and resources for long-term care at Memorial Manor, while also offering therapy for pediatric developmental diagnosis through Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital.

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy services.

Responsibilities :

• Assists with patient discharge planning.
• Documents services provided and patient response / progress.
• Monitors patient's responses to the treatment plan.
• Regularly communicates patient progress and recommends possible goal revisions to the physical therapist.
• May assume responsibility for student supervision.
• Implements treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities.
• Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Educates the patient and family / caregiver about patient deficits.
• Provides information regarding appropriate selection / use of adaptive equipment and community resource programs.
• Communicates patient status and recommendations to care team.

Competencies :

Education and Certification Requirements :

Additional Job Information :

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements :

75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%

75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%

Shift : Days

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