Physical Therapist

Responsibilities

• Assisting the PT in following safety standards established for the physical therapy department.
• Following established departmental policies and procedures, including an appropriate dress code.
• Be alert for resident safety during all therapy.
• Comply with the Facility’s established safety precautions.
• Avoid lifting or moving residents without proper training.
• Avoid using safety equipment and supplies without proper training.
• Assist in ensuring physical therapy practices and procedures comply with current applicable regulations.
• Follow following established infection control procedures and standard and universal precautions when performing duties.
• Avoid assisting in ensuring the safety and comfort of the resident while going to and from the therapy room or area.
• Avoid assisting in ensuring that the therapy area is maintained in a clean and safe manner for resident comfort and convenience by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained to perform such duties or services.
• Avoid following reporting procedures when observing hazardous conditions or equipment.
• Avoid wearing personal protective clothing when performing services that involve potential exposure to blood or body fluids.
• Avoid reporting missing and illegible labels or SDSs to your supervisor.

Qualifications

• Unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the state of New Jersey.