Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

ALAMOSA COUNTY, Public Health, Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

REPORTS TO:

Physical Therapist
FLSA STATUS:
Non-exempt
SALARY RANGE:
Visit rate per productivity at $35.00 per visit, non-visit activity paid at $30.00/hr.
DATE ADOPTED:
May, 2024
CLOSE DATE: Open until filled

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

(The following are illustrative of essential functions to perform duties and responsibilities of the job. The position may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional tasks as needed by the Department. Reasonable accommodations, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, will be made when possible.)

• Provide patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist set forth in the plan of care authorized by the patient’s medical provider, 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. Case manager will discuss with QA/QI RN if needed.
• 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.

• 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 t complete within 60 days of hire.

• 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…