Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Job Summary

The physical therapy assistant is responsible for physical therapy treatment plans set forth under the direction of the physical therapist.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides physical therapy treatments according to the physical therapist’s treatment plan.
• Communicates with supervisor and/or other health care interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, problems and/or plans.
• Promptly and thoroughly document and maintain clinical and administrative records regarding patient limitations/interventions, treatments, responses and progress to administered therapy.
• Maintain patient confidentiality, with records and treatment sessions.
• Completes daily notes and charges in an accurate and timely manner.
• Complies with all federal and state codes and regulations.
• Maintain Professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Completing of an Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
• Licensure: Current/Unrestricted Louisiana State Physical Therapy Assistant License
• Certification/Licensure: CPR certification for Health Care Providers

• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strong customer/patient skills
• Thorough knowledge of physical therapy principles and practices
• Knowledge of electronic health records
• Must have excellent organizational skills and be an effective time manager and multi-tasker

• Physical Requirements:
• Frequent lifting and carrying items up to 25 pounds unassisted, including assisting patients when required.
• Frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, as well as some heavy lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift.
• May require exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a hospital environment.

OSHA Exposure Category

Has exposure to blood borne pathogens.