Physical Therapist Assistant PRN
Physical Therapist Assistant PRN
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Physical Therapist Assistant PRN
Flowers Hospital
Benefits:
- 401k with Matching
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive salary
Job Summary
Under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist the Physical Therapy Assistant administers therapeutic techniques and interventions designed to improve maintain or restore function for individuals affected by age injury disease or congenital conditions. This role focuses on providing safe effective and evidencebased therapy services to support patient recovery and independence.
Essential Functions
- Assists the Physical Therapist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment plans and collaborates on adjustments to achieve clinical outcomes.
- Implements therapeutic interventions that focus on posture balance locomotion strength endurance flexibility coordination pain management and daily functional abilities.
- Administers treatment methods and modalities under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist ensuring they align with current physical therapy practices.
- Monitors patient progress and provides timely feedback to the supervising Physical Therapist regarding patient responses and treatment effectiveness.
- Provides patient education on therapeutic exercises techniques and selfmanagement strategies that promote recovery and improve function.
- Ensures treatment approaches are tailored to the patients age developmental level cultural background and individual goals.
- Completes clear concise and accurate documentation of patient care including treatment plans interventions progress notes and discharge recommendations adhering to organizational and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborates with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care including participation in discharge planning and recommendations for ongoing therapy or supportive services.
- Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to infection control and safety protocols.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- 01 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques modalities and interventions used in physical therapy.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients families and team members.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for accurate documentation and treatment planning.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to legal and regulatory standards.
- Physical stamina to assist patients with therapeutic activities and exercises.
Licenses and Certifications
- PTA Physical Therapist Assistant in state of employment required
- BCLS Basic Life Support required
We know its not just about finding a job. Its about finding a place where you are respected valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.
Flowers Hospital is your community healthcare provider a 235bed facility offering inpatient outpatient medical surgical diagnostic and emergency care for the Dothan community.
Flowers Hospital is a 235bed healthcare facility offering inpatient outpatient medical surgical diagnostic and emergency care for the Wiregrass community. We believe in the power of people to create great care. Our mission statement of Caring for you as Family is something we take to heart when caring for our community. Flowers Hospital was opened in 1950 by Dr. Paul Flowers serving as our lead example in caring for others. Today we are 1350 healthcare professionals strong. We are a major referral center for the TriState area of south Alabama southwest Georgia and northwest Florida. We work hard every day to be a place of healing caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.
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Employment Type
Part-Time
