Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN
Role Summary
Provides physical therapy treatments consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the A.P.T.A. for the Physical Therapist Assistant.
Provides documentation to maintain quality of the medical record as it relates to accuracy, continuity of care and reimbursement guidelines.
Collaborates with other disciplines for effective total patient care.
Affirms delivery of quality care.
Participates in the discharge planning process to ensure continued patient care as needed and provides patient and family instruction.
Maintains the clinical expertise of the PTA through continuing education.
Contributes to a team philosophy within the department and the company and promotes the same among staff.
Supervises students and volunteers.
Represents the Physical Therapy Department to family, visitors, and personnel and attends care conferences as requested.
Effectively communicates with department staff, company personnel, patients and families and department head.
Secures equipment for patients and department supplies as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
- Licensure as required by the State of Michigan
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative when analyzing problems and recommending solutions.
- Initiative and flexibility in the work environment.
- Ability to react effectively to the needs of patients and their families.
- Physical Ability to bend, position, transfer and lift patients weighing from 80 pounds to over 300 pounds, without restriction, utilizing lifting devices clinically recommended for the patient.