Physical Therapy Assistant-Outpatient

Overview

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Base pay range: $29.00/hr - $32.00/hr
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Works under the administrative direction of the Director of Rehab Services and the direct supervision of the Supervisor of Therapy. Provides physical therapy treatments to patients under the clinical supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Provides education to hospital personnel and the community on physical therapy issues. Duties are performed in accordance with the mission of Insight Hospital and Medical Center: delivering high quality care, patient satisfaction, and compassion.

• Assists supervising physical therapist in overall assessment of the patient.
• Performs but does not interpret selected measurement procedures (e.g., joint range of motion, gross strength, length and girth of body parts).
• Assesses general mental, emotional, and cognitive status in frequently referred diagnoses.
• Obtains general subjective information to assist in evaluation.

• Assists in the provision of patient treatment.
• Initiates treatment after initial evaluation by supervising PT; alters treatment only with supervising PT approval.
• Uses results supplied by supervising PT to guide treatment; reviews chart, modifies treatment as needed, and seeks guidance when plan of care requires changes.
• Assesses patient response to treatment and reports unusual responses; documents incidences with assistance.
• Instructs patient, nursing, and family on the importance of participation in PT; involves patient and family in treatment and discharge planning as appropriate.
• Recommends durable medical equipment or other devices to promote function and safety; seeks guidance from supervising PT for equipment selection and cost effectiveness.
• Uses modalities (e.g., heat, cold, light, water, sound, electricity) and exercises for strengthening and range of motion; presents rationale for procedure selection.
• Participates in patient care conferences, clinics, and rounds; provides verbal/written reports as requested; incorporates safety and infection control into treatment.
• Charts and authenticates progress notes and treatment summaries in a timely manner.

• Maintains knowledge of policies and procedures.
• Organizes own schedule with a patient-first philosophy; coordinates with peers and requests assistance as needed.
• Maintains a patient load that reflects unit productivity; demonstrates appropriate written communication.
• Responsible for written documentation including progress notes, home programs, discharge summaries, reporting, charges, and interdisciplinary forms; documentation is legible, inclusive, concise, accurate, and grammatically correct.
• Maintains department records per policies and procedures; informs supervisor if paperwork falls behind; documentation meets department, regulatory, and insurance standards.
• With assistance, completes variance reports.

• Participates in performance improvement: reviews current clinical procedures, protocols, and forms; uses department procedures; completes clinical competencies; may participate in a quality improvement team.

• Participates in departmental administration: attends unit and departmental meetings; may recommend new equipment with justification; delegates responsibilities; informs supervisor of significant developments (e.g., patient or equipment issues, incidents).

• Identifies learning needs and pursues educational experiences; attends hospital orientation and departmental in-services; meets documentation standards for attendance.
• Completes at least 10 hours of continuing education per year; stays current on PT issues; maintains CPR certification per department policy; may participate in one patient or community educational program.

• Demonstrates appropriate verbal communication; establishes rapport with patients and families; explains therapy interventions; communicates clearly and timely; maintains professional distance and HIPAA compliance.

• Walks in hospital/clinic during 8-hour shift; lifts and moves patients and equipment; may sit at a desk for portions of shift; requires manual dexterity for equipment.

• Graduation from an accredited 2-year Physical Therapist Assistant program; active Illinois license or eligibility to apply.

• Will consider recent graduates who meet eligibility requirements.

These duties are to be performed in a confidential manner consistent with Insight Hospital and Medical Center values. All employees are expected to provide high quality care, service, and kindness toward patients, staff, physicians, volunteers, and guests.

Insight employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs. Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity.