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Works under limited supervision of a physical therapist while administering various APTA standard physical therapy treatments for disabilities, injuries, and diseases, to relieve pain, restore motor function, and maintain optimal performance by a means of special therapeutic exercises, heat treatments, massages, hydrotherapy treatments, wound care treatments, electricity, etc., or as otherwise prescribed by the attending physician and in keeping with training and skill level attained. Physical Therapist Assistant - Director of Rehabilitation Services
Graduate of an APTA accredited School for Physical Therapist Assistants or eligible for registration as a physical therapy assistant in the State of California
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS: Licensed California Physical Therapy Assistant.
A valid California driver's license when travel is required.
QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to relate effectively with patients, nurses, physicians and other hospital/home health staff in a courteous, professional manner.
QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS: Analytical and diagnostic ability capable to interpreting patient physician's orders for physical therapy patients and developing an effective treatment plan as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS: Evidence of automobile insurance when travel is required
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key responsibilities and essential functions
CONFIDENTIALITY: Employee must conform with all HIPAA and other confidentiality regulations as required by the job, department, or hospital
Does not usually require the performance of procedures or other tasks in the work routine that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but Category 2 tasks may require the unexpected performance of these procedures.
Physical Therapist Assistant (AHCL)
Administers and performs standard physical therapy procedures which include, but are not limited to the following practices: active/active assistive/passive/resistive exercise, massage and other manual therapy depending on level of training, walking, running, muscle re-education, using such PT modalities as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, traction devices, fomentations, whirlpools, etc., and give instruction on the correct use of wheelchairs, crutches, canes, leg, arm, neck and back braces, prosthetic devices, etc.
Assists with ongoing collaborative interdisciplinary planning to ensure high quality services.
Assumes responsibility for observing work schedule and job requirements, maintaining compliance with hospital and departmental policies including overtime, attendance, vacation, confidentiality, etc., and completing assigned projects in a timely manner.
Attends case conferences to evaluate and discuss patient's progress and future plans for therapy.
Checks with physical therapist periodically to reassess and plan additional therapy for the patient. Conforms to established departmental quality assurance standards and procedures on a regular basis.
Demonstrates and instructs patients and other clinical staff on the proper use of PT modalities, massage, various exercises, etc., Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients/individuals served. This employee has demonstrated and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's individual's status and interpret relative to his age-specific needs, and to provide the care/service needed.
Documents patient's progress by recording necessary information of treatment records, patient's files, and write and/or charts progress notes daily or as required. Keeps current on the latest developments in physical therapy by reading professional literature, participating in education classes, etc., Maintains and meets expectations on time for all competencies, license, certifications and education requirements as outlined by local administration, Adventist Health AH, The Joint Commission TJC, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services CMS, and all other regulatory agencies.
Maintains confidentiality of patient and employee information within the hospital, and community setting.
Operates equipment in a safe manner and shares responsibility for communication safety violations or unsafe practices to management.
Participates in the Performance Improvement Plan activities as requested or needed.
Prepares patient and various PT modalities such as traction devices and exercise equipment, for prescribed physical treatments as needed. Relates well with other staff members and various other hospital personnel in a courteous professional manner at all times.
Takes initiative to contact physical therapist or other health care professionals as needed to ensure quality care for the patient.
The physical therapist will assess, plan and evaluate physicians' orders for implementation of physical therapy treatment for the patient. Following this assessment, the physical therapist may elect to have the registered physical therapist assistant implement the treatment.
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.PandoLogic. Category:Healthcare, Keywords:Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Location:Angwin, CA-94508
