Physical Therapist Assistant

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Physical Therapist Assistant - Embark on a Culture of Healing and Upliftment at UMRH

A Message from John

E. Mills, President and Founder At United Medical Rehabilitation Hospitals, we believe in the sanctity of service to humankind. Our work is not merely a job but a ministry of healing and upliftment. Utilizing the modality of physical rehabilitation, we aim to transform those we serve from patients into trusted family members, focusing not just on their physical well-being but also their social, emotional, and spiritual health.

We invite you to extend your hand in this noble endeavor, along with our dedicated staff, to guide our patients through their healing journey.

About Us:

United Medical Rehab Hospital (UMRH) Here at UMRH, we are on an unswerving mission to advance the human condition through a holistic approach to patient care. We operate on the principle that every action taken to uplift humankind is a form of ministry. Join us in actualizing this mission, and contribute your skills to a healthcare environment that values compassion, excellence, and a multi-faceted approach to well-being.

REPORTS TO:

Physical Therapist

FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt

JOB OVERVIEW:
Provides Physical Therapy services to patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in accordance with state regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Provides Physical Therapy Services to patients by assisting in the assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication. Demonstrates competency in the following areas:
Duties and Responsibilities.

• a. Assists the Physical Therapist by obtaining objective data as regulated by LPTA.
• b. Identifies indications for and assists in evaluations at appropriate intervals under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• c. Conducts both individual and group treatment as assigned by the Physical Therapist and outlined in the treatment plan that includes but is not limited to areas of muscle strength, coordination, mobility, sensory awareness, sitting and standing, transfer training, balance activities, gait training, range of motion activities and modalities.
• d. Assists in the selection of Physical Therapy techniques/media and in the sequence of activities, adapts techniques/media as indicated by patient performance and following consultation with the Physical Therapist. No major modification to the treatment plan is made without prior consultation with the Physical Therapist.
• e. Monitors patients' response to intervention and consults with Physical Therapist if medication is indicated.
• f. Monitors patients' response to intervention and consults with Physical Therapist if medication is indicated.
• g. Adheres to department and patient schedule and modifies as appropriate for treatment regimen.
• h. Maintains acceptable patient care ratios as determined by the Physical Therapist
• .i. Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices or other equipment; trains patient, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of the above
• .j. Participates in patient, family, and staff education.
• k. Confers formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient.
• l. Adheres to Physical Therapy Department procedures regarding documentation of Physical Therapy services.
• m. Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice, department procedures and productivity standards.
• n. Records billable treatment times according to Physical Therapy Departmento. Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation and follow-up of patient therapy programs
• .p. Maintains positive relationships and rapport with co-workers, patients, family members and facility personnel.
• q. Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during assigned shift.
• r. Assists with and participates in Performance Improvement Program as required.
• s. Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.
• t. Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
• u. Adheres to…