Physical Therapist Assistant Acute Care High Point
Physical Therapist Assistant Acute Care High Point
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Assists with physical therapy programs to restore function in patients with disabilities disorders and injuries. Carries out treatment plans for a variety of patient diagnoses as per the Physical Therapists making recommendations or changes when appropriate. Supports research programs involving physical therapy.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Successful completion of two year college program for Physical Therapy Assistants approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
- One year of previous experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant preferred.
LICENSURE CERTIFICATION and/or REGISTRATION:
- Current license in the State of North Carolina to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
- CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Carries out physical therapy programs as planned and directed by the physical therapist in clinical and research applications. This involves training patients in exercises ambulation and activities of daily living.
2. Collects clinical assessment scores radiographic scores and assessments and health related quality of life information.
3. Performs a wide range of tests and evaluations in a clinical or research setting. This involves evaluation of developmental levels and functions gross and fine motor skills neurologicalreflex testing equilibrium coordination protective responses muscle strength muscle tone joint range of motion daily living skills and activities and perceptual motor skills and defects. Screens for orthopaedic and physical defects genetic anomalies or idiopathic.
4. Maintains supplies and equipment.
5. Assists with research protocol and treatment development; ensures quality control of data. Develops and writes educational materials.
6. Participates in staff meetings forums committees and inservice training activities.
7. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Good physical strength and condition
- Research experience
- Ability to work with infant pediatric adolescent adult and older adult patients
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Exposure to hazardous substances infectious diseases body fluids
- Subject to many interruptions
- Contact with patients family members visitors coworkers and medical staff under a wide variety of circumstances
Employment Type
Full-Time
