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Physical Therapy Assistant

Baptist Health System KY & IN
Louisville, KY
Full-time

Description

BHMG - Out PatientPhysical Therapy Eastpoint

Full Time PTA

The PTA will implement the plan of treatment as designed by the Physical Therapist, and perform duties within the scope of his / her department and training.

Complete documentation in the medical record according to the department policies and procedures. Direct patient care is provided to patients from adolescent through adult to the geriatric age group.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

The following is a summary of the major functions of this individual’s job. May perform other duties, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below, and specific function may change from time to time.

  • Carries out the principles of positive customer relations.
  • Implements patient care programs as outlined by the physical therapist, using appropriate techniques and modalities to insure quality care as well as safety for each patient.
  • Maintains at least weekly communication with supervising therapists for each patient so that treatment plans and changes can be thoroughly discussed.
  • Seeks assistance and opinions from appropriate sources regarding patient treatments.
  • Requests re-evaluations as appropriate or as patient’s condition indicates from the supervising therapist. Reports any adverse reaction by the patient to the therapist.
  • Completes patient documentation in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Maintains communication with physicians and other health care professionals.

Assists with discharge planning.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required :

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
  • Certified or eligible for certification in the State of Kentucky.
  • Minimum of 2 (two) years clinical experience preferred.

outpatient PT, orthopedic rehab, P.T.A

Baptist Health is an employer.

30+ days ago
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