Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) - Outpatient

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Required : Current Oregon licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant BLS certification required by end of month from 60 days of hire and maintained Valid driver's license and private vehicle or proof of reliable transportation with good driving record; and Proof of current auto liability insurance for self or driver Maintain professional appearance to assure patient confidence Excellent communication skills Preferred : 2 years of therapy experience Summary : Under supervision, administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs for patients, which are delegated and assigned by a supervising Physical Therapist, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body parts. Duties are performed within the patient's home or place of residence and within the home health department. Duties Include : Reviews patient's medical record and consults with the primary physical therapist, other rehab staff and involved home health staff to coordinate care and expedite patient's recovery Prepares and administers treatments and interventions to patients under care plan developed by the Physical Therapist; follows physician orders and medically prescribed treatment plan Effectively communicates with patients and family and performs primary patient / caregiver education and motivates patients, family, or caregivers in the rehabilitation program and care needs of the patient develops / implements home programs as appropriate Identifies patient needs for adaptive equipment and confers with P.T. Clinical notes are thorough and compliant with rules and regulations and are turned in at the end of the work day Notifies physician and supervising therapist with patient status changes Maintains therapy equipment per Dept. policy and accurately charges for supplies Instructs home care aides in patient care as related to rehab program / HCA plan Productivity is maintained according to department standard : currently 5-6 units per 8-hour day Participates in weekly patient care conferences and departmental meetings as requested Effective response in emergency situations