Physical Therapist Assistant

1 month ago


Durham, United States Duke University Full time

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Occ Summary

Assist the physical therapist in the provision o f physical therapy,providing intervention under the supervision of a phy sical therapist.The physical therapist assistant may modify an intervent ion only inaccordance with changesin patient/client status and within t he scopeof the plan of care that has been established by the physical th erapist.

Work Performed

Levels I, II and IIIDemonstr ate & articulate sound clinicalreasoning in treatment planning, implemen tation and monitoring ofpatient progress.Recognize when standard patient protocols ortreatment plans need modification to meet individual patien t needs &reports to therapist.Understand the role of therapy in theconte xt of the patient's age, total needs perspective andenvironmentPerform a ge appropriate competency skills withrespect to individual patient's pro blems.Consistently report tophysical therapist, patient progress/status to allow for updated ofgoals and modifications by physical therapist oftreatmentprogramConsistently meet patient care productivity standard for position.Work cooperatively with peers to contribute to theoverall produ ctivity of the team.Utilize support personnel(aides, senior aides, ) whe n appropriate and available.Activelysupport and participate in cross cov erage efforts in thedivision.Assist physical therapist's assessment of t he learningneeds and capabilities of patients and caregivers with regard to age,level of understanding & emotional status..Assist physicaltherapist in utilizing appropriate methods and materials for effectivelearning , monitoring response to education, and adapting programappropriately.En sure that patient/family understands when andhow to receive further trea tment.Patient care documentation istimely, legible, and efficient.Notes are concise, pertinent andmeet departmental documentation standards.Oral reporting isclear, concise, relevant, and timely.Perform all required d atacollection for the department accurately and within expected timefram e.Peer review standards are consistently met.

Knowledge, Ski lls and Abilities

Levels I and IIThe physical therapist assistan t may performphysical therapy procedures and related tasks that have bee n selectedand delegated by the supervising physical therapist.Ability to push-pull, lift-carry, and transfer patients.Level III Also hasdemonstra ted leadership/specialization at the clinical level.

Level C haracteristics

N/A

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Levels I, II and III Associate's degree in physical therapist assistant.

Experience

Level I Level II None beyond required education. Minimum of 36 months of clinical practice experience.Required level of achievement for the Level I after 36 months of employment Level III Minimum five years experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant with 2 years at DUHS.

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Levels I, II and III Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in North Carolina.

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.


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