Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

4 weeks ago

Alamosa, Colorado, United States Alamosa County Full time
Job Summary

This part-time position provides Physical Therapy services to patients in their home as assigned on a written plan of care, under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

Essential Job Functions
  • Provide patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, focused on improving patients' motor skills, sensory integration, coordination, strength, endurance, balance, and mobility.
  • Observe, record, and report to the Physical Therapist any changes in the patient's medical condition.
  • Schedule appointments on a date and time agreed upon by the patient, Therapist, and other involved health team personnel.
  • Complete visits on the day of service, enter accurate and detailed documentation into applicable computer program and synch visits to the back office daily.
  • Provide recommendations to the Physical Therapist for equipment and assistive devices.
  • Provide education and training to patients, caregivers, and family members on safe techniques, energy conservation, and strategies to optimize patients' independence and safety as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
  • Immediately report any and all untoward incidents and reportable occurrences involving agency patients, using the incident reporting mechanism and documentation supplied by the agency.
  • Maintain adequate patient supplies for the patient in their home per patient specific needs.
  • Maintain and care for PT supplies and all agency provided equipment.
  • Maintain current licenses and certifications.
  • Complete position-specific training, maintain program information and protocols by attending continuing education courses related to program responsibilities.
  • Keep up-to-date with technology and apply new knowledge to the job.
  • Attend required meetings, trainings, conference calls or other technical assistance methods as well as department meetings and local trainings.
  • Comply with federal, state and local procedures, rules and regulations and employer policies and procedures.
  • Complete required annual CEUs and provide documentation to Home Health Administrator.
  • Promptly report changes in patient condition to the RN and PT Case Manager.
  • Communicate effectively with all members of the patient team.
  • Is available for on-site supervisory visits with the Physical Therapist.
  • Attend 80% of scheduled staff meetings.
  • Participate in QA/QI activities as requested.
  • Respect patient rights and is respectful of patient and family needs at all times.
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Perform other duties as required.
Required Qualifications
  • Successful completion of an accredited PTA program and Colorado Board of PTA.
  • Valid Colorado Physical Therapy Aide licensure.
  • Valid Colorado Driver's License required.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Current BLS.
  • NIMS certification required; can be obtained at job. Must complete within 60 days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office and other software, able to apply knowledge of computers within secure databases, able to learn new technologies.
  • Ability to create trusting, therapeutic relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Ability to work effectively as a team member.
  • Effective organizational, time management, and planning skills.
  • Active listening, reading and comprehension skills for analyzing reports, charts and correspondence.
  • Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, practices and interventions.
  • Bilingual, English/Spanish preferred.
Education and Experience
  • Successful completion of an accredited PTA program.
  • Six months to one year of related experience, preferably in a home health care setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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