Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant

Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, follows the plan of care to enable the patient to reach the maximum functional performance possible, prevent disability and to teach the patient and family to function within the scope of any permanent physical and / or cognitive disability.

Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates clinical knowledge and skills necessary to provide physical therapy services appropriately to the age of the patient served.

2. Follows the physical therapists plan of care related to physical function of assigned patients based upon clinical diagnosis, impairment and / or injury in accordance with organizational and state practice act requirements.

3. Follows physical therapy treatment plan based upon physical assessment / evaluation of physical therapists.

4. Administers skilled physical therapy treatment in accordance with physical therapist plan of care and organizational and state practice act requirements.

5. Coordinates patient care with other clinical team members, community resources and family members as indicated, ensuring optimal patient care and communication.

6. Completes all required paperwork following organizational and state practice act requirements to ensure that documentation reflects care provided and the outcomes achieved.

7. Maintains and enhances personal knowledge as well as promoting professional standards.

8. Provides supervision to rehabilitation therapy workers to promote continuity of care.

9. Demonstrates behaviors specific to job that provides quality service in a safe and secure work environment.

10. Assumes the duties of managing the department in the absence of the physical therapist

Qualifications

Associate's Degree Successful completion of a two year accredited program leading to an associate degree in physical therapy. Required

1-3 years New graduates considered; 2 years' experience preferred.

1-3 years Minimum of one year experience in a physical therapy department preferred.

Licensed, or eligible for licensure, as a physical therapist assistant by state where employed Upon Hire Required

CPR Certification Upon Hire Required