Physical Therapist Asst; LPTA - Powell

Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed)

Job Code: PT3452 Full Time Days

We are seeking a licensed physical therapist assistant to join our continually growing therapy services department. We are a department of UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center, a not-for-profit organization. Positions available with the ability to specialize in multiple areas including pediatrics.

We offer one to one quality treatments, evaluations generally scheduled for 60-minutes with 45-minute follow-up treatments, diverse patient populations, collaborative working environment, and support from a strong team of clinicians offering a great atmosphere for new grads or experienced therapists. We provide mentorships and preceptorships. Our experienced team includes Board Certified Therapists. We encourage and promote growth of specialties and Board Certification.

25+ physical therapists, 5 occupational therapists, 4 speech pathologists.

Orthopedics, pediatrics, aquatics, oncology, pelvic health, lymphedema, dry needling, LSVT, vestibular rehabilitation, concussion management, and neurological rehabilitation.

We are located in the beautiful Piedmont area of Virginia, at the eastern foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Culpeper offers its residents and visitors an environment rich in natural beauty and fascinating history. Our community offers a strong economic base and a healthy mix of business, industry, tourism and agriculture - making it a great place to live, work and play.

Quick access to the rich cultures of Washington, D.C., Charlottesville, Richmond, and Fredericksburg.

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know - and making connections with - our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people's lives every day.

Classification: Nonexempt

Supervises Positions: No

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The employee may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time.

• Responsible for providing therapy services consistent with licensure to clients including implementing treatment, directing, and educating patient and/or caregiver and documentation of the above.
• Supervise rehab technicians, students, and volunteers as applicable.
• Communicate with other health care providers regarding client care and treatment plans.
• Provide training and education for hospital staff as requested.
• Complete patient documentation in a timely manner to meet regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Attend continuing education programs and present findings to appropriate staff as applicable.
• Review and complete all insurance authorization requirements for patients in a timely manner.
• Assist with performance improvement for rehab department and hospital.
• Understand use and precautions of any treatments and equipment used.
• Positively contributes to the departmental financial performance/productivity.

Delivers care that is consistent with the team member's discipline in accordance with the specific therapy practice act, guidelines, and code of ethics of the respective organization, i.e., APTA, ASHA, AOTA.

• Completes patient evaluations and treatments independently while maintaining patient safety.
• Appropriately seeks guidance and assistance when necessary.
• Independently establishes/implements treatment goals and plans based on patient input and evaluation and assessment results.
• Reassesses outcomes and modifies goals and plans to meet changing needs of the patient.
• Schedules patient activities…