Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA
Full Time
Franklin, IN 46131
Posted
Job description
Overview:
Qualifications:
PRN Physical Therapist Assistant Overview:
The Physical Therapist Assistant (P.T.A.) performs physical therapy treatments under the clinical supervision of the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the area of Physical Therapy.
Responsibilities:
Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities:
- Provide Physical Therapy treatments to patients according to treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
- Assist the Physical Therapist when performing tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.
- Observe, record and report to the Physical Therapist patient conditions, reactions and responses related to treatment.
- Maintain daily records of treatments and document progress notes on patients as directed by the Physical Therapist and company policy.
- Completes documentation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and applicable standards and administrative and clinical requirements.
- Reports to work as scheduled.
- Assist the Physical Therapist in consulting with family members, physicians and other health care professionals, as appropriate.
- Assist the Physical Therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned by the Physical Therapist.
- Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinicalcurrency.
- Act in compliance with CHS Policies and Procedures, State, Federal and Professional Organization regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
- Consistently utilizes appropriate treatment interventions for each patient served that are individualized and ensure appropriate level of challenge, sophistication, and complexity to facilitate maximal patient progress and outcomes.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings and other meetings as requested.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements
- Associate of science degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.
- Current license or eligible for license under statutes in the state of practice.
- Demonstrates competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in Physical Therapy to the patient population served by this facility.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Adequate computer skills in order to complete required job duties and computerized documentation.
- Ability to understand and follow the directions of the Physical Therapist and the policies and procedures of Creative Health Solutions.
- Strong organizational skills in order to effectively maintain multiple projects simultaneously.
- Requires creativity as well as ability to work independently.
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