Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN
Company: Careerbuilder-US
Location: Haltom City
Posted on: January 21, 2023
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Job Description:
DescriptionJOB SUMMARY:The Physical Therapy Assistant functions
under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist and as
directed by a licensed physician, is responsible for a specific
patient's care. - The PTA assumes responsibility and accountability
for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures
as determined by a treatment plan established by a Physical
Therapist in order to restore function and prevent disability
following patient illness or injury. - The PTA carries out these
responsibilities in accordance with established hospital and
departmental policies while maintaining the highest degree of
quality patient care.QUALIFICATIONS:Current state licensure as a
Physical Therapy Assistant.Previous experience in the care of
patients preferred.Current BLS/CPR.QualificationsESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS:Under guidance of supervising PT: Acquires pertinent
information and implements comprehensive program using varied
techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment
in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and
discharge needs.Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all
necessary precautions for observing indications and
contradictions.Assists the patient in the preparation for
treatment/modality as necessary.Provides treatment to diverse
diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation
according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.Communicates
collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as
directed by the supervising PT.Applies the physical agents,
therapeutic exercises or gait-training activates as outlined by the
licensed PT, in the patient POC. - Progresses patients in an
appropriate manner when deemed necessary by the PT.Conducts the
class/group situations (stroke, SCI, BI) as appropriate.Observes
treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals and
recommends change to the supervising PT, if needed.Complies with
department, hospital, and regulatory agency guidelines with respect
to ethics, legal issues and supervisory relationships. -
Demonstrates professional accountability per APTA Physical Therapy
Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.Demonstrates appropriate
and effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication with
team members through the continuum of care.Completes timely and
accurate documentation, including QI scoring, of patient treatment
in the patient medical record as indicatedThe population is adult
and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation
program and services.Able to assess patient pain interfering with
optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes
appropriate interventions to reduce pain after consulting with
supervising OTR/L and makes appropriate physician contact as
indicated.When necessary, instructs care giver/family members in
home exercise program as related to the patient's functional and
ambulatory status: discusses necessary equipment for the home
situation.Protects patient confidentiality in regard to medical,
emotional, and social status.Keeps the supervising therapist
informed of patient's status, problem areas, progress,
etc.Perceives the existence of problem s and notifies supervising
therapist for implementation of safe, effective and timely
solutions.Demonstrates appropriate safety measures when
implementing treatment programs.Provides input/suggestions for the
physical functioning of the department in the areas of equipment
management, space utilization, storage, etc.Records daily charges
within day of treatmentAssists in preparation/maintenance of daily
treatment schedule.Writes progress notes in accordance with
departmental policy.Develops home programs and instructs patients
in the programs as delegated by the supervising physical
therapist.Provides written and updated treatment/coverage programs
for days off.Performs discharge planning under the direct
supervision of the PT (prescriptions, equipment requests, and
referrals).Reports on patient's status at team and family
conferences when necessary. - (Team conferences should be attended
by the supervising PT and with the PTA in attendance.)Assists in
inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment.Assists in
maintenance of safe, clean work environment.Assists in
preparation/maintenance of daily treatment schedule.Assists in
program development and preparation to meet regulatory agency
standards i.e. Joint Commission, CARF.Observes, measures and
records the cardiovascular responses of heart rate, blood pressure,
and oxygen saturation.Plans and presents educational programs for
department; hospital and/or community.Provides orientation,
instruction, supervision and/or guidance to ancillary staff, PTA
students, and volunteers.May transport patients/equipment to/from
therapy gym.Uses computer system to assist in
preparation/maintenance/printing of work list and entering of
charges.Utilizes specialized equipment, testing procedures and/or
advanced treatment techniques with appropriate competencyOther
duties as assigned
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