Physical Therapist Assistant

2 weeks ago


Winnfield, Louisiana, United States Lagniappe Rehab Home Care Full time
Job Summary

To provide high-quality patient care and maintain positive relationships with facilities and clients, under the direction of a licensed or registered Physical Therapist. Adhere to applicable state regulations concerning physical therapy.

Essential Functions
  1. 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.
  2. Provides 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.
  3. Builds 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.
  4. Enhancing clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities; maintaining 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.
  5. 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.

Required Credentials

Graduate of an APTA accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants. Valid state license (where appropriate). Valid driver's license.

Abilities

Travel between facilities during scheduled hours. Work varying hours, including weekends and holidays. Performs all other duties as assigned by Rehabilitation Director. Attendance at all Lagniappe Rehabilitation staff meetings is mandatory.



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