Physical Therapist Assistant

20 hours ago

Haymarket, United States The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia Full time

Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed)

Job Code: PT3452

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know - and making connections with - our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people's lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Nonexempt

Supervises Positions: No

JOB SUMMARY

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The employee may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time.

  • Responsible for providing therapy services consistent with licensure to clients including implementing treatment, directing, and educating patient and/or caregiver and documentation of the above.
  • Supervise rehab technicians, students, and volunteers as applicable.
  • Communicate with other health care providers regarding client care and treatment plans.
  • Provide training and education for hospital staff as requested.
  • Complete patient documentation in a timely manner to meet regulatory and organizational requirements.
  • Attend continuing education programs and present findings to appropriate staff as applicable.
  • Review and complete all insurance authorization requirements for patients in a timely manner.
  • Assist with performance improvement for rehab department and hospital.
  • Understand use and precautions of any treatments and equipment used.
  • Positively contributes to the departmental financial performance/productivity.

Patient Care: Delivers care that is consistent with the team member's discipline in accordance with the specific therapy practice act, guidelines, and code of ethics of the respective organization, i.e., APTA, ASHA, AOTA.

  • Completes patient evaluations and treatments independently while maintaining patient safety.
  • Appropriately seeks guidance and assistance when necessary.
  • Independently establishes/implements treatment goals and plans based on patient input and evaluation and assessment results.
  • Reassesses outcomes and modifies goals and plans to meet changing needs of the patient.
  • Schedules patient activities according to patient individual needs.

Teamwork: Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members and coworkers.

  • Functions as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
  • Accepts responsibility for actions; seeks, accepts, and acts positively upon feedback from others.
  • Shares responsibility for effective internal communications through a team approach.
  • Organizes individual patient caseload in collaboration with team workload demands.
  • Performs daily administrative/office activities to ensure efficient flow of care within team.

Technical Competency: Demonstrates technical competencies and job knowledge as it pertains to rehabilitative care.

  • Acquires and maintains knowledge of clinical therapy practice by identifying continuing education needs and participating in educational opportunities.
  • Provides orientation and guidance to new rehabilitation staff in work area as requested.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Associate's Degree from an accredited PTA program.

Experience: No experience necessary. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: Virginia State Physical Therapist Assistant License or Compact Privilege.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 23A, Therapist

Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand

The job requires standing and walking constantly and frequently bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

OTHER

  • May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
  • On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
  • Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

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