Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, Therapy, Rehab) - Homecare

Job Summary

Under the clinical supervision of a Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapist Assistant administers Physical Therapy treatments to patients. Provides assistance to the Physical Therapist by supplying objective measures to be utilized by the Physical Therapist in evaluation of patient’s level of function and determination of treatment strategies.

Responsibilities

• Affords assistance to the Physical Therapist with aspects of patient assessment by performing delegated duties such as testing for joint range of motion, muscle strength, and mobility status, identifying rehab precautions.
• Recognizes physiological and age related changes in the patient.
• Consults with the Physical Therapist and other Health Care Team members.
• Under the clinical supervision of the Physical Therapist and as delegated by the Physical Therapist, performs therapeutic techniques that are appropriate to patient’s needs and medical status.
• Implements treatment plan as provided by the Physical Therapist and delivers patient care by utilizing appropriate interventions, such as heat, cold, light, water, sound, electricity, mobilization and therapeutic exercise.
• Communicates patient progress to the Physical Therapist.
• Provides patient and caregiver education regarding treatment, precautions, and equipment use as delegated by the Physical Therapist.
• Completes all documentation including but not limited to: evaluation, care plan and goals, patient status and progress, visits, patient discharge summary, and patient care transition plan and summary.
• Aid in patient transition planning and/or patient discharge planning including recommendations to community resources to meet patient needs throughout the continuum of care.
• Help to coordinate patient care with other care providers such as Rehab Therapists, Nurses, Social Workers, and other community resources as related to care transition planning.

Qualifications

• Education & Training: Associates Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Licenses/Certifications: Current State of CT Physical Therapy Assistant license required
• Experience: Knowledge of principles and practices of Physical Therapy. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to interact with patients, families and co-workers. Ability to deal effectively with stress and ability to exercise independent judgment.