Physical Therapy Assistant

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General Job / Performance Information

Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Associates program for Physical Therapist Assistants.
• One year clinical experience preferred, entry level accepted

Environmental / Working Conditions

Works inside under normal temperature conditions with adequate light, in a well ventilated, clean area. Some areas are limited in space, and some patient rooms / specific units such as the BICU may be warm.

Usually works around others and should expect some moderate noise. Frequently works with biologic or infectious agents, and may be exposed to communicable diseases.

May come in contact with irritating chemicals or sprays. May be exposed to muscular strain in supporting, lifting and assisting patients

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

Displays a professional attitude at all times, be thoughtful of others, neat and well groomed. Carries out close working relationships with many people including, but not limited to, Director, In-Patient / Out-Patient Managers, PTs, PTAs, support personnel, OT, Speech, Audiology, Physicians, nursing staff, Social Services, Respiratory Therapy, Radiology, Food and Nutrition, and most importantly patients and their family members or caregivers.

Should have the flexibility to schedule around the a fore mentioned services if needed and have the ability to organize time in order to treat the maximum number of patients in the allotted working day.

Should also offer help to co-workers in the event of conflicts / cancellation in their patient load.

Job Description

Responsible for direct patient care for patients referred to department. Maintains the highest level of quality care at all times.

Follows the plan of care and treatment developed by the Physical Therapist after the patient’s initial evaluation. Activities will include those areas covered both under the written treatment plan and by verbal recommendations from the PT within the therapist’s area of expertise.

Assists in the supervision and training of other PTAs and support personnel, as well as PTA students and volunteers. Completes daily documentation and charges, and schedule patients daily.

May be assigned to other specialty areas, and it will be expected to be competent in all areas provided by this department.

Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards of practice as defined by and / or stated by the 1) American Physical Therapy Association 2) Texas State Physical Therapy Practice Act, 3) DNV 4) UMC Standard Policy and Procedure Manual, 5) PM&R Policy and Procedure Manual.

Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations

Must have or be eligible Texas State license.

Physical Capabilities

Good physical stamina, be able to be on feet most of the day and be fairly strong and energetic. Work frequently requires much walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, bending, carrying, talking, and hearing.

Lifting more than 50 pounds is frequently required. The degree to which any of these

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