Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)
The Support Physical Therapist Assistant assumes a supportive role on the interdisciplinary patient care teams. This individual provides treatment according to the plan of care, provides a wide variety of treatment techniques within the scope of practice, provides education and support to patients / families, and facilitates continuing care planning under the direction of the therapist. The assistant participates in staff management, cost management, and professional practice activities. The assistant is responsible for demonstrating excellent customer service and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the department.
Qualifications
Education
- Minimum Level of Education Required : Associate degree
Additional requirements
Type of degree : Associate Degree or equivalentArea of study or major : Physical TherapyLicensure / Certification / Registration
Current Physical Therapy Assistant license in State of OhioCurrent CPR certification required at time of hireFirst Aid certification required 6 months upon hire for the following department only : Inpatient Physical TherapyExperience
Minimum Level of Experience Required : No prior job-related work experiencePreferred experience : 1-3 years of job related experience.Knowledge / Skills
Able to multi-task with constant interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanorDependable, flexible and adaptable to changeTeamwork oriented. Display tact, diplomacy, and professionalismStrong analytical and prioritization skillsStrong organizational skillsEffective oral and written communication skillsMaintain a high degree of confidentialityBasic computer knowledge and skillsPhysical Requirements & Working Conditions
May be exposed to loud noisesMay be exposed to aggressive, violent behavior from patients, family members and / or visitorsMay be exposed to bodily fluids, blood and / or airborne pathogensMust be able to work under stressful conditions which may occur in emergency situations or with a heavy workloadOrganizational Standards
Possess skills, knowledge, and abilities to reach the mission, vision, and values of Premier HealthDemonstrates traits and behaviors including, but not limited to, Focusing on Patients / Customers, Walking the Talk, Being a Partner, Adding Skills / Abilities, Working Independently for all staff and Managing in a Changing Environment, Engaging the Workforce, and Managing & Improving Individual Performance for Management StaffPerforms in such a way to honor our values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and ExcellenceProvides a positive and professional representation of the organizationPromotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and preventionMaintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experienceMaintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practiceAdheres to infection prevention policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulationsParticipates in ongoing quality improvement activitiesMaintains compliance with organization's policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standardsComplies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient informationDemonstrates excellent customer service through his / her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organizationAdheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and TJC standards and / or standards from other accrediting bodiesReports to work as requiredEssential Duties & Functions
Treats, documents, and delegates appropriate tasks to unlicensed personnel per service guidelinesEngages in interdisciplinary patient care managementBills appropriately for services and supplies provided as indicated through matching of documentation and service chargesCollaborates and communicates patient progress and response to treatment with Physical Therapist throughout the continuum of careProvides patient / family educationParticipates in programs / service performance improvement activitiesManages case load per department standardsEngages in patient satisfaction efforts and looks for opportunities to ensure that all patients have a satisfying experiencePasses all required hospital / department competencies and related testing; applies to everyday performance