Physical Therapist Assistant Home Care
3 weeks ago
General Summary of Position
MedStar Health is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant PV to join our team
As a Physical Therapy Assistant PV, you will provide physical therapy treatment as directed by the physical therapist and in accordance with agency standards, the laws and regulations governing the provision of physical therapy services in the State of Maryland, District of Columbia, or Virginia, and other regulatory requirements.
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses".
Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career movePrimary Duties:
Assists the patient and caregiver to plan adequately for discharge. Helps the patient's physical therapist prepare an adequate discharge plan that would include referrals to appropriate community resources (e.g., outpatient therapy, day care, driver's education) when needed. Assists the physical therapist in assessing the patient's environment and recommending adaptive equipment and/or home modifications that will maximize the patient's functional abilities and safety. Assists in attaining items reimbursable as orthotics/prosthetics or durable medical equipment.
Communicates with supervisor as scheduled and needed regarding issues related to the delivery of rehab services and individual patient care.
Communicates with the rehab department regarding the patient load, scheduling problems, vacation coverageMaintains effective working relationships with other departments and participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and agency in community outreach efforts. Enhances growth and development and enriches personal knowledge and skill through participation in educational programs and affiliations.
Maintains ongoing communication with the patient's physical therapist, physician, health care team, and other individuals as needed regarding aspects of care and patient's status.
Provides information to the patient regarding functional status and progress towards goals. Duties may include interview, observation, palpation, tests, and measurements including goniometry, taking vital signs, and circumferential measurements.Such duties require tools (e.g., goniometer, sphygmomanometer, stethoscope) and the possession of sight and hearing senses or prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately.
Provides medical record entries according to agency standards, professional guidelines, and regulatory requirements for the reimbursement of physical therapy services.
Ninety-five percent accuracy on technical audit.Provides patient and/or caregiver written educational material as directed by the physical therapist regarding the injury/disease process, functional limitations, and the purpose of treatment interventions, in addition to, training in aspects of care the patient/caregiver will need to manage after discharge.
Provides physical therapy services in accordance with the treatment plan (established by the physical therapist), agency standards, and other professional and regulatory guidelines.
Performs procedures and modalities, including therapeutic exercise, functional mobility training, gait training, heat/cold application, and ultrasound.Qualifications:
Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) program.
1-2 years' clinical experience.
Physical Therapist Assistant License to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia or any combination based on work location(s).
BLS (Basic Life Support).Valid State Driver's License in good standing.
This position has a hiring range of $ $42.23
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