Physical Therapy Assistant; Pta)

Description

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Reports To: Director of Rehabilitation Services

Department: Rehabilitation Services

FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides therapy services to patients and/or clients for the purpose of injury prevention and rehabilitation as well as health promotion for inpatient, outpatient and swing bed patients. The Physical Therapist may, in accordance with local, state and federal laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions and document the progress of treatments. Participate in activities and training to promote and attain regulatory compliance at the local, state and federal level.

** This is a PRN opportunity**

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Duties:

Physical Therapy Duties for Inpatient / Outpatient / Swing Bed:

• Provide treatments, instructions and other physical therapy services according to the scope of practice limitations per State statute.
• Guide or transport patients to and from physical therapy work area.
• Attend planned meetings to review patient progress and update care plans.
• Performs clerical duties such as scheduling appointments.
• Retain the responsibility for all delegated tasks to other licensees and support personnel.
• Participate in professional and facility enhancement programs and activities as required by the Director of Clinical Services.
• Ensure proficient services through proper patient and equipment scheduling.
• Comply with the Facility’s Comprehensive Compliance Plan (CCP) which includes but is not limited to:
  Business & Clinical Operations, Environmental Health & Safety, HIPAA, Human Resources and Code of Conduct as well as all facility policies and procedures and educational requirements associated the CCP.
• Comply with all local, state and federal regulations training and instruction requirements as well as any other standards that govern healthcare services provision.
• Assist with and/or carry out routine cleaning, maintenance support operations of equipment and supplies in accordance with regulatory standards and EHS policies and procedures.
• Carry out EHS duties as designated policy and/or by the Director of Rehabilitation Services.
• Communicate and collaborate with interdisciplinary team meetings and conferences.
• Assemble, clean and maintain equipment and materials for patients’ use.
• Adheres to all established systems and training programs to provide a safe environment. Complies with all CMS regulations and other local, state and federal regulations.

OTHER DUTIES

• Adhere to standards and always maintain professional dress while working.
• Maintain friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and coworkers.
• Responsive to customer needs.
• Use the Service Excellence model when interacting with patients, clients, and guests.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional growth and competence by adherence to hospital and departmental annual training commitments.
• Participate in self-development by attending mandatory in-services and educational programs appropriate to the goals and needs of the department.
• Adhere to all established systems and training programs to provide a safe environment.
• Maintain compliance with Chambers Health standards of operation. Always adheres to Chambers Health Business Conduct Policy. Maintains all records and reports to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and codes.
• Maintain compliance with all requirements of Federal, State and local regulations and guidelines including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended.
• Collaborates with marketing team to promote the…