Physical Therapist Assistant - Per Diem Weekdays
Physical Therapist Assistant - Per Diem Weekdays
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Job Description
Summary: Provide quality physical therapy treatment and documentation for all rehabilitation clients. Function as an effective interdisciplinary team member and demonstrate excellent customer relations.
Reports To: Rehabilitation Clinical and Administrative Supervisors
Titles Supervised: Rehab Aides
Hours Per Week: Per Diem Weekdays
DUTIES
Essential Responsibilities:
appropriate Physical Therapy treatment interventions under guidance of a Physical Therapist.
in updating goals and treatment strategies based on evaluation findings and patient needs.
effective interpersonal and interdisciplinary relationships while maintaining professional conduct at all times.
other healthcare professionals/ family members on strategies and specific procedures to assist patients in achieving maximal function and safety.
timely efficient and satisfactory completion of assignments and documentation with minimal or no assistance.
a high level of flexibility in scheduling to accommodate departmental needs.
record daily billable treatment times according to the rehabilitation department procedures.
in departmental and facility Inservices.
completion of Core Competencies.
related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Associate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university
Experience: 1 year experience in a long term or acute care setting
Licensure: State of CT Physical Therapist Assistant license; valid drivers license
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
The staff Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing appropriate physical therapy treatment for a patients level of function. The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for documentation in accordance with American Physical Therapy Association and Mozaic Senior Life policies and procedures. The staff Physical Therapist Assistant participates in program development continuing education departmental staff meeting and quality improvement programs.
Must be able to relate to and work with ill disabled elderly emotionally upset and at times hostile residents within the facility.
This description of responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.
Employment Type
Grant
