Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN) - Cheraw
About the role
The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for administering physical therapy treatment plans designed to alleviate pain, restore function, prevent disabilities, and promote overall fitness and health of patients. Implements treatment most appropriate to the patient’s learning style and therapeutic needs, communicating goals with the patient and/or family members, considering psycho-social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and/or families based on plan of care developed by the Physical Therapist. Provides therapeutic interventions for a wide variety of physical and/or functional limitations related to, but not limited to musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, and developmental impairments, documenting progress with measurable and functional goals. Maintains patient records according to hospital policy, completing evaluations, re-evaluations, progress and treatment notes, charges, and discharge summaries within departmental time guidelines. Assists in adjusting schedules to accommodate changes in caseload in the department. Meets with PT on regular basis to discuss patient and set goals. Contributes to the overall performance of the department through professional development strategies, including, but not limited to competency training, clinical instructor, in service coordination, program leader, attendance of meetings, mentor to new hires and performance improvement ideas. Demonstrates continued professional growth through setting goals and participating in education offerings, independently achieve and maintain CEU’s for SC LLR. Communicates with physicians, other medical personnel and members of the interdisciplinary medical team regarding treatment provided, patient’s progress or complications, recommendations, and clarification of orders.
Responsibilities
- Administers physical therapy treatment plans
- Implements treatment most appropriate to the patient’s learning style and therapeutic needs
- Communicates goals with the patient and/or family members
- Considers psycho-social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and/or families
- Provides therapeutic interventions for a wide variety of physical and/or functional limitations
- Maintains patient records according to hospital policy
- Assists in adjusting schedules to accommodate changes in caseload
- Mets with PT on regular basis to discuss patient and set goals
- Contributes to the overall performance of the department through professional development strategies
- Demonstrates continued professional growth through setting goals and participating in education offerings
- Communicates with physicians, other medical personnel and members of the interdisciplinary medical team
Requirements
- Basic Life Support
- Physical Therapy Assistant Certification for SC
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a physical therapist assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
- Passing score on the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE)
- Current CPR certification
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Knowledge of physical therapy techniques and modalities
Benefits
McLeod Health offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. For more details, please visit our website or contact us directly.
Pay
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Hours vary depending on department needs and may include evenings and weekends.
About Us
Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.
Contact Information
If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. For more information about McLeod Health, please visit our website or contact us directly.