Position Summary:
Certified Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to Personal Injury Patients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Provides treatment to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist
- Instructs families and caregiver in maintenance programs as directed by the Physical Therapist
- Communicates with supervisor and other interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plan
- Remains knowledge of state practice acts and ensures the level of supervision they receive meets standards. Does not provide treatment outside of practice act limits
- Assists with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area and department
- Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records according to accepted regulatory, corporate, and professional guidelines.
- Protects patients and employees by adhering to treatment location infection control policies and protocols and keeping information confidential per company and federal requirements. Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with treatment location and department procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Ensures proper operation of equipment by complying with company procedures and following manufacturer’s instructions
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduate from a Physical Therapy Assistant program
- Current licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant in state of practice and/or nationally certified
- Current CPR certification preferred
- Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS
- Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
- Good problem-solving skills
- Good computer skills including use of desktop computers and handheld devices with the ability to learn company or patient/client systems
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient, employee, and company proprietary information
- Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and other employees at all levels
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
- Mobility, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, walking, heavy lifting, fine hand coordination, ability to hear, ability to read and write, ability to detect odors, and ability to remain calm under stress.
- Hearing (corrected) adequate for oral/aural communication with patients, staff, family, visitors, etc.
- Vision (corrected) adequate for reading.
- Intelligible speech and normal language / cognitive skills.
- Must be able to push patients in a wheelchair or stretchers. *
- Lifting of patients*, equipment or supplies will be required up to 20 pounds frequently, up to 50 pounds occasionally, and up to 100 pounds rarely.
- Sitting, standing, and walking required throughout the day.
- Job duties sometimes require kneeling, twisting, bending; on occasion, crouching, crawling, and reaching overhead.
- Must be able to transfer patients. *
- Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients/caregivers.
- Work in a fast-paced clinical environment
Contract Renewal:
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Temperature screenings
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Virtual meetings
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Hours per week:
Typical end time:
Typical start time:
Work Remotely
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 24 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Physical Therapy Assistants: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)
Work Location: In person