Physical Therapy Assistant Part Time

The Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing direct patient care and individualized care planning/implementation. Always works as a team member within the entire facility. Performs other duties as assigned.  Outpatient Physical Therapist is under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (pursuant to the laws of the state).

 

Essential Functions: 

• Provides goal directed, activity oriented treatment to promote optimum independence in mobility, motor assets and liabilities for functional performance.
• Ensures continuation of performance through effective education of the patient, family or support system.
• Provides adaptive methods and equipment as appropriate to enhance performance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients, families.
• Protect confidentiality in all areas as applicable.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical considerations in physical therapy practice.
• Ability to keep accurate records and write meaningful reports.
• Ability to execute therapeutic procedures and manipulate special equipment accurately and safely.
• Position has Full Access to Protected Health Information of patients on caseload.
• Organize and prioritize tasks and projects.
• Accurately complete job responsibilities within the specified time constraints to meet the needs of patients, regulatory standards and customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of Pool Competency in adjusting/ reading and corrective measures for adjusting pool chemicals.

 

Accountability:

• Reports to:  Clinic Manager, Physical Therapist
• Supervises:  Techs

 

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree and/or Vocational Training and Experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant