Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient Adult and Peds Ortho (Full Time)

We are recruiting for a Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient Adult and Peds Ortho (Full Time) to join our team!

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Department

DH PHYSICAL THERAPY PAV L

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant, under direct supervision, assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures.

May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist.

Essential Functions :

Patient Care

Assists Physical Therapists in performing rehabilitative treatment procedures and techniques. Monitors patient's response to treatment is closely monitored and assessed.

Assist patients to dress, undress, or put on and remove supportive devices, such as braces, splints, or slings. Recommended hanges and upgrades are communicated to the primary therapist. (50%)

Pre Treatment

Collaborates with appropriate parties to coordinate patient treatment authorization. Receives authorization prior to treatment and treatment will commence as outlined by the insurance carrier. (15%)

Documentation

Complete patient care documentation recording the prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart. Update medical records according to prescribed departmental standards.

Complete appropriate data bases, problem lists, treatment goals and individualized plan of care. Completes patient charges per department guidelines. (15%)

Discharge

Discharges patient from physical therapy, provide home-care instructions, provide referrals (10%)

Equipment Maintenance

Monitor operation of equipment and record use of equipment and administration of treatment. (5%)

Education

May assist in orientating and training new employees, PT-student, hospital staff, and precepts new employees during orientation.

Trains and educates patients, family members and care-givers in therapy principles, methods and techniques in order to achieve intended outcomes. (5%)

Education :

Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant Program required

Work Experience :

Less than I year experience required

Licenses :

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS / CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association required
• PTA-Physical Therapist Assistant - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Assisting and Caring for Others - Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
• Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
• Problem solving - the ability to systematically analyze problems, draw relevant conclusions and devise appropriate courses of action.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Knowledge of theory, principles and practice of physical therapy.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Knowledge of safety principles in patient care environment.
• Knowledge of standards, polices and procedures of Denver Health as they pertain to physical therapy.
• Ability to integrate requirements of the facility and / or regulatory agencies into clinical decisions and documentation.

Schedule includes Saturdays

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$ - $ / hr

Benefits

Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to , and generous medical plans

Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

Tuition reimbursement & assistance

Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF programÂ

National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

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