Rehab Therapy Asst-Hc

Position: REHAB THERAPY ASST-HC
Covenant Health -  - Responsibilities:
Evaluates and reviews pertinent data relating to overall treatment planning and evaluation; administers standard evaluations and elicits information regarding patients existing conditions, limitations, home environment and capacities; in conjunction with the licensed therapist, identifies appropriate treatment goals and the type of remedial care to be administered.;
Administers appropriate treatment/activity programs, including specialized treatment, as specified or directed by the licensed therapist and in accordance with plan of care and established policy and procedures; monitors patient progress and makes recommendations concerning treatment options to the licensed therapist; modifies treatment plans as approved.;
Participates with the licensed therapist in recording/documenting appropriate clinical and progress notes in patients medical records including patients response to treatment plan and progress towards goals; ensures transmittal of progress notes to physician when patient has appointment.;
Coordinates therapy activities with physicians, therapists, nurses, CNAs and other Home Health therapy staff; communicates appropriate patient information and/or patient changes to the treatment team and provides necessary input for patient care, referrals and discharge planning purposes.;
Participates in educating the client and family about treatment plans, goals, priorities, expected outcomes, use of equipment and/or devices, etc. as appropriate; assesses patient/family response to treatment protocols.