Physical Therapist Assistant

1 month ago

Victoria, United States Citizens Medical Center Careers Full time

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for fulfilling a treatment plan and administering physical agents/modalities as established by the physical therapist. Assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of function, while instructing patients of ADL's within those capabilities. Participates in the operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in Performance Improvement activities. Participates in all Hospital-Wide and departmental mandatory education programs. Maintains working knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures. Places emphasis on patient care in respect to timeliness, effectiveness, attitude, and patient rights.

Job Specific:

1.Responsible for providing treatment as directed by the staff physical therapist. Adheres to standards of physical therapy practice. (EF)

2.Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect and recommend changes to the physical therapist as needed. (EF)

3.Ability to perform an appropriate treatment on all patients as related to the treatment plan. This includes neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population. (EF)

4.Assists with the formulation of a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs, home needs, and records effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate, with the physical therapist being apprised of the conclusion. (EF)

5.Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy modalities.

6.Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients. (EF)

7.Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.

8.Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the information of the plan of care. (EF)

9.Communicates appropriately and clearly, to licensed practitioner, physical therapist, staff and administration team. (EF)

10.Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policy is followed.

11.Maintains records pertinent to personnel and operation of the department. (EF)

12.Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. (EF)

13.Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and other departments. (EF)

14.Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.

15.Documentation meets current standards and policies. (EF)

16.Will also obtain two (2) hours of initial Stroke education and then one (1) hour of annual education specifically related to Rehabilitation in the following years. (EF)

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Required: Meet educational and training requirements set forth by the Texas State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

EXPERIENCE

Preferred: Prefer over one year up to and including two years re-training through in-hospital and out-of-hospital courses, etc.. Exposure to acute ortho., neuro., skilled nursing patients, out-patients, and woundcare.

Special Skills and Abilities:

Required: Maintain professional skills as required by Citizens Medical Center and professional regulatory Board.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Required: Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners and BCLS certification required.

COMPANY PROFILE

Citizens Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community hospital known for compassionate patient care, clinical expertise, and bringing advanced medical services to the South Texas region since 1956. Today, Citizens is a 317-bed acute care hospital with over 1,200 employees. Voted "Best of the Best" hospital in Victoria for 13 consecutive years, Citizens Medical Center is a level III Trauma Center, with a newly renovated 24/7 Emergency Department that includes an onsite medical helicopter. Citizens has a comprehensive Community Cancer Program that includes two linear accelerators and HDR brachytherapy. Citizens is recognized for its outstanding cardiology program which includes a nationally accredited Chest Pain Center and is a Primary Stroke Center. Citizens also includes a comprehensive, accredited Bariatric Surgery program, Birth Center with labor and delivery, an imaging and surgery center, sleep study center, state-of-the-art rehabilitation and fitness center, urology center and daVinci robotics minimally invasive surgery options, a home health agency, and has a long history of providing continuing education for healthcare providers and the community.

Citizens Medical Center is looking for employees who actively demonstrate service excellence by exemplifying our iCare values. If you are someone who displays respect and enthusiasm for patients, visitors, and coworkers while consistently upholding the hospital's commitment to providing outstanding outcomes, service excellence, and fiscal responsibility, then you could be a good fit for the CMC team

BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Health

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • STD, LTD Disability
  • Supplemental Life, AD&D
  • Flexible Spending (FSA)
  • Employer paid life insurance and short term disability
Retirement/Investment
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • 457(b) Deferred Compensation
Well-Being Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Sick leave, Bereavement leave, Jury Duty/Witness Service
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Hospital-paid & administered annual immunizations
  • HealthPlex (gym) membership discount
  • YMCA partnership discount for childcare
  • Employee Assistance Programs


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