Physical Therapy Assistant

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:  

Administers therapeutic procedures utilized in physical medicine and rehabilitation, as directed by physical therapist. Identifies patients in need of re-assessment or intervention by the physical therapist and routinely collaborates with the physical therapist regarding the plan of care. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Utilizes the physical therapist’s evaluation to identify patient’s skills, educational baseline, social setting, equipment needs, and discharge plan to establish the treatment approach for each patient.
• Demonstrates attention to the Plan of Care without omission of key treatment points
• Administers safe and effective treatment with corresponding documentation.
• Re-assess Plan of Care to address changes as needed
• Safely operates all equipment relevant to treatment
• Provides excellent customer service to all stakeholders
• Adheres to all policies and procedures for safety. 

Requirements

EDUCATION: A

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school

EXPERIENCE: 

1 year experience preferred

REQUIREMENTS: 

• North Carolina Board Certified
• BLS Certification

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: 

Maintain certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant in North Carolina, also maintain BLS certification.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: 

Combination of medical office and procedure/treatment areas of facility. Well-lighted, well ventilated with temperature controlled area. 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS: 

Variety of activities including sitting, walking, bending, reaching.  Must be able to stand and/or walk to assist patients for extended periods of time. Occasionally mush push/lift/carry equipment and materials.