Physical Therapist AssistantTavares, FL

Physical Therapist Assistant

At AdventHealth Waterman, we work together to model the healing ministry of Christ, tending to those of all ages with uncommon compassion and dedication to personal wellness. Our specialty services include emergency care, labor and delivery, obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, pediatrics, rehabilitation and surgery. And our intensive care unit (ICU), patient care unit and progressive care unit (PCU) help us tend to the diverse needs of our community.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission : Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

The Physical Therapist Assistant conducts therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist in a professional manner and within hospital standards, a compliance plan and all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies, and accrediting bodies.

The value you'll bring to the team :

• Implements individualized treatment plans based on physical therapy evaluations and through consideration of practice standards, recommended techniques, insurance guidelines, and patient needs.
• Modifies treatment plans as necessary based on ongoing assessments in consultation with physical therapist
• Collects patient data and communicates with the physical therapists regarding discharge recommendations when maximum benefit has been achieved.
• Documents patient care accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology, following standards of practice, insurance guidelines, and department / hospital policies.
• Charges patients accurately and timely according to CPT code format, price file, and insurance guidelines.
• Oversees the care provided by rehabilitation aides according to established regulations and practice standards, and may involve coordinating activities of rehabilitation aides, students, and other support personnel
• Evaluates and interprets patient data relative to age-appropriate behavior, motor skills, and physiological norms, modifying approaches and communication skills accordingly.
• Identifies the need for patient and caregiver education, utilizing opportunities for teaching and documenting understanding as appropriate.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.
• Maintains clinical competencies through professional development, best practices, and serving as a clinical instructor.
• Meets productivity standards as defined by the department.
• Adapts to changes in patient census by adjusting working hours and assisting in other centers or programs as approved by the manager.
• Practices principles of employee and patient safety during daily job activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The expertise and experience you'll need to succeed :

REQUIRED :

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.