Physical Therapist Assistant
6 days ago
To provide high-quality patient care and maintain positive relationships with facilities and clients, under the direction of a licensed or registered Physical Therapist. This role adheres to applicable state regulations concerning physical therapy.
Key Responsibilities- Under the direction of the licensed/registered physical therapist, optimize functional abilities and skills of patients in facilities by: assisting in screening and initial evaluation of all patients; implementing treatment for all assigned patients; delivering treatment according to the established treatment plan; accurately documenting progress toward objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient's family, the staff and other professionals.
- Provide direct supervision of Rehab Aide in skilled tasks during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes appropriate utilization of resources and development of clinical skills in accordance with State Practice Acts and Lagniappe Rehabilitation policy.
- Build a strong rehabilitation care practice within each facility by: establishing and maintaining courteous and helpful interaction patterns with staff, patients and families which reflects sensitivity to individual needs and a problem-solving approach; contributing to facility patient care, utilization review, administrative staff/department head, and family conference activities/communications as directed by the Physical Therapist; establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other healthcare professionals and colleagues in the community; maintaining awareness of change in patient populations, patient conditions and programs and keeping the licensed or registered Physical Therapist informed directly and in a timely manner, of patient progress and facility issues; adhering to the requirements of the patient's Bill of Rights; adhering to established facility policies and procedures related to environmental safety, orderliness, risk management, infection control and emergency situations.
- Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities; maintain valid state license (where appropriate); obtain membership and participate in professional organizations; maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of physical therapy and the health care environment.
- Understand managed care/Prospective Payment System (PPS) billing and treatment guidelines. Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines.
- Compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a facility.
- Maintain confidentiality of Lagniappe Rehabilitation, facility and patient information.
- Graduate of an APTA accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants.
- Valid state license (where appropriate).
- Valid driver's license.
- Travel between facilities during scheduled hours.
- Work varying hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by Rehabilitation Director.
- Attendance at all Lagniappe Rehabilitation staff meetings is mandatory.
- Patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting (50) pounds of dead weight alone.
- To walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a work day/shift.
- Visual, auditory and speaking skills sufficient to evaluate, diagnose, communicate and monitor patient needs, and to maintain accurate records, recognize people and provide and understand written, verbal and gestural communications.
- Fine motor skills for legible and accurate writing and keystroking for charting, scheduling, daily correspondence, and reports.
- Fine motor skills for handling of diagnostic and therapeutic equipment.
- Sustain activity for multiple consecutive hours in accordance with state labor laws.
This position will go between facilities in Baton Rouge, Zachary, and Hammond.
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