PRN Physical Therapist Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities:

• All duties and responsibilities shall be performed as set forth in our established policies and procedures.

• Adheres to and assures compliance with Code of Conduct, facility policies and procedures and all applicable rules, regulations and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies. This includes, but is not limited to, Department of Health, Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services, and other applicable regulatory agencies.

• Completion of required compliance training and processes

• Utilizes evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.

• Provides rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients with physical functioning disorders per regulatory and clinical practice requirements under the supervision and direction of a Physical Therapist.

• Administers various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan including but not limited to: manual techniques; ambulation; therapeutic exercises; modalities; use of supportive and assistive devices; etc. Under the supervision and direction of a Physical Therapist.

• Assesses patient's progress and communicates with supervising Physical Therapist to adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.

• Reports effectiveness of treatment outcomes to supervising Physical Therapist.

• Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other service providers related to the physical disorders.

• Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.

• Provides input to supervisor for discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements.

• Documents all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system and maintains patient records according to company policy.

• Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided per all regulatory and clinical requirements.

• Participation in required meetings including but not limited to: patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, rehabilitation meetings, etc.

• Participate in facility and company required trainings, in-services and conferences.

• Able to work with supervising Physical Therapist to obtain any necessary DME or supplies per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.

• Able to supervise and support students under the guidance of the Physical Therapist.

• Adherence to APTA and State Required practice acts, code of conduct, ethics during professional practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

• Adherence to Company required policy and procedures and code of conduct.

• Active State Licensure when applicable.

• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

• COMPLIANCE AND INTEGRITY: Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and to others in accordance with the Code of Conduct; adheres to organizational policies and guidelines; supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts business with honesty; shows consistency in words and actions; follows through on commitments.

Additional Responsibilities (facility specific if not included above):

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Educational Requirements:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Specific Requirements:

• Must hold current and active State license where applicable

• One year's experience in long-term care or related setting preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors and is exposed to dust, disinfectants, hazardous chemicals, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.

• Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, visitors, or others.

• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions, including Tuberculosis and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.

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Physical Mental and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)

• Move intermittently throughout the work day.

• Speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.

• Cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

• Possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met.

• Meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination.

• Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Physical Requirements

Activity Strength Requirements SCALE:

• S=Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

• L=Light Work- Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

• M=Medium Work- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• H=Heavy Work- Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• V=Very Heavy Work- Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force.

ACTIVITY STRENGTH REQUIREMENTS

Standing Remaining on one's feet in upright position M

Walking Moving about between locations M

Sitting Remain seated in a stationary position M

Lifting Raising or lowering an object from One level to another. Consider weight handled, position of body and aid available.

A. Floor to waist

M

B. Waist to Shoulder M

C. Above Shoulder L

Carrying Transporting an object. Evaluate duration, weight & distance carried. M

Pushing Exerting force so that an object moves away from the force M

Pulling Exerting force so that an object moves towards the force. M

Reaching Extending hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any direction.

A. Height-consider position of body, length of height of extension.

B. Weight-evaluate weight of object(s) transported.

M

M

Activity Frequency Requirements SCALE:

O=Occasionally-Activity or condition exists up to one-third of the time. F=Frequently-Activity or condition exists from one-third to two-thirds of the time. C=Constantly- Activity or condition exists two-thirds or more of the time.

ACTIVITY FREQUENCY REQUIREMENTS

Reaching Repetitive extending of hand(s) and/or arms(s) in any direction F

Climbing Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps and/or poles O

Balancing Maintaining body equilibrium on narrow, slippery or moving surfaces O

Stooping Bending body downward and forward at waist F

Kneeling Bending legs at knees to rest on knee or knees F

Crouching Bending body downward by bending legs and spine F

Handling Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, working with hands F

Fingering Picking, pinching or otherwise working with fingers O

Wrist Positioning Use of wrist for repetitive activity (i.e. typing, chopping, twisting) O

Hearing Perceiving the nature of sounds C

Tasting/Smelling Distinguishing difference in flavors and/or odors O

Near Acuity Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less F

Far Acuity Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more F

Depth Perception Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships F

Benefits:

• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person