Physical Therapist Assistant

1 month ago

Milwaukee, United States Saint John's On The Lake Full time
JOB OBJECTIVE: Functions as a participating team member who assists the professional physical therapist in resident related activities, performing such procedures in accordance with planned program and facility standards/procedures. Provides comprehensive management and treatment according to the client’s plan of care and in collaboration with the physical therapist and treatment team. Aid in the development and execute programming with the wellness team that both supports and challenges individuals to maintain or increase their wellness across all dimensions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Graduate of an approved Physical Therapist Assistant training program (two-year Associate Degree). Completion of a clinical affiliation in an accredited facility and one month of on-the-job exposure.
  2. Must have CPR/First Aid certifications or become certified in first 6 months of employment.
  3. Must have effective verbal and written communications skills, and strong interpersonal calls.
  4. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs including at minimum Word, Excel and Outlook. Working knowledge of EHR systems is preferred.
  5. Must have the ability to adapt to changing organization needs and work flexible client/resident scheduling capability to meet needs. Takes appropriate risks (actions) in responding to “customer’s needs”. Responds to changing needs without excessive need for set rules or procedures.
  6. Must have excellent organization skills, be dependable, resident, and flexible. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity.
ESSENTIONAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES and ACCOUNTABILITIES:
  1. Consistently achieves established productivity goals.
  2. Professional Standards: Demonstrates the ability to respond with tact and proper conduct when dealing with residents, the public, families, physicians and fellow employees.
  3. Provide/give support to residents and significant others, including establishing a rapport, in order to counsel residents and significant others concerning the condition and treatment of the resident.
  4. Suggests referrals to other disciplines as needed and communicate referrals from other discipline to treatment team and physical therapist.
  5. Strives to achieve and maintain productivity goals and works with director to achieve these goals.Completes all treatment calendars and reports to a timely manner.
  6. Completes all treatment calendars and reports in a timely manner
  7. Completes all assigned/required resident care activities before leaving for the day.
  8. Maintain/develop a high level of skills and competency in the field of physical therapy in order to incorporate new skills and technology into the duties of this position including maintaining licensure and certifications and participating in required departmental and organizational meetings or training.
  9. Maintains the appropriate clinic records in accordance with department procedures and follows department quality assurance standards.
  10. Ability to conduct and interpret appropriate physical therapy standardized test in accordance with current best practice standards for the physical therapy assistant profession.
  11. Fits residents with crutches, canes, and/or walkers under the supervision of a physical therapist and instructs residents in appropriate gait patterns approved by a physical therapist.
  12. Develop, collaborate with, and lead therapeutic classes consistent with appropriate jobholder profession and/or experience that meet various resident and employee interests as needed or requested in the wellness department.
  13. Be able to effectively communicate with and motivate residents and employees around meeting their personalized therapy, fitness, and wellness goals. Monitor individual’s progress on goals with appropriate documentation.
  14. Accurately complete prior authorization documentation for all residents within designated time frame to assure continuity of care.
  15. Monitors and follows procedures to maintain the Saint John’s facilities safety, cleanliness, and excellent appearance.
  16. Monitor and clean or arrange for cleaning of all exercise equipment as needed in the department.
  17. Assures that resident/employee rights are maintained at all times. Reports any violations or suspected deviations immediately, according to Saint John’s policy.
  18. Maintains confidentiality of all department and organization information.
  19. Knows and follows existing lines of communication, supervision, and authority.
  20. Ability to maintain a person-first focus, treating others with respect and integrity.

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