Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Care

R4371884

Primary City / State :

Mesa, Arizona

Department Name :

Banner Staffing Services-AZ

Work Shift : Job Category :

Job Category : Clinical Care

Clinical Care

The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be.

If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you.

Join a company whose culture encompasses putting the needs of customers and patients first by delivering high quality experiences.

Payson’s award-winning team has been a leader in the Home Care industry for several years being named a top agency of Home Care Elite SIX years in a row.

As a leader in innovation, Banner Home Health strives to leverage the latest technological advances to provide a multitude of options to supplement patient care.

Home health provides a unique opportunity to work autonomously in the field and develop a plan of care that meets the individual needs of each patient.

As a Banner Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant in Payson , you will enjoy working with a group of staff who takes pride in what they do each day! The clinical and administrative staff focus on the community and the well-being of the patients we serve.

You will also enjoy an autonomous work environment and 1 : 1 patient care which will allow you to track patients’ treatment plan and their progress toward a healthy life!

Banner Staffing Services (BSS ) offers Registry / Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry / Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities.

These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health.

When working Per Diem you must work at least 2 shifts a month.

As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy :

Competitive wages

Paid orientation

Flexible Schedules (select positions)

Fewer Shifts Cancelled

Weekly pay

403(b) Pre-tax retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee wellness program

Discount Entertainment tickets

Restaurant / Shopping discounts

Auto Purchase Plan

Registry / Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes : employment, criminal and education) are required.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the administration of physical therapy treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, in accordance with physician referral, state and local organizational standards, regulatory agencies, and established departmental policies and procedures.

This position demonstrates the clinical competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients served.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Administers physical therapy treatment according to the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist. Implements individualized treatment plan with consideration to the patient's physical, social, spiritual, cultural, educational and age specific needs.

Provides skilled treatment in a safe manner. Monitors ongoing effectiveness of treatment and collaborates with Physical Therapist in modifying the plan of care when indicated.

Identifies and prioritizes key limiting factors. Participates in discharge planning. Involves patient and family / caregiver in the treatment and decision making process.

Provides ongoing education to physician, nurse, patient, family / caregiver, and interdisciplinary team.

2. Demonstrates understanding of scope of practice. Documents communication with supervising Physical Therapist. Communicates any significant change in the patient's physical function, behavior, and / or tolerance to treatment to the supervising Physical Therapist.

Makes recommendations to Physical Therapist on additions to or modifications of referring orders. Provides input to the Physical Therapist to modify / update treatment goals so they are functional, measurable, patient related and reflect key limiting factors.

Refers patient when treatment requires skills of Physical Therapist.

3. Documents according to standards set by the department and regulatory agencies. Completes documentation within the established time frames of the department.

Documents innovative and individualized treatment techniques / plan. Documentation reflects comprehensive assessment of patient's progress or lack of progress.

Treatment goals are reassessed according to department policies.

4. Communicates pertinent patient information to ensure the best possible follow through of care. Communicates treatment results, and patient progress to physicians, nurses, patient, family / caregiver and the interdisciplinary team.

Communicates in a clear and timely manner. Defends treatment rationale with standard practices and / or current literature.

5. Exhibits adaptability in assignments as it relates to caseload, scheduling, and staffing shifts. Takes initiative to assist in other patient care areas and accepts responsibility for all patient care needs.

6. Demonstrates appropriate supervision and delegation of personnel to achieve safe delivery of quality cost effective patient care.

Supervision and delegation of the Therapy Technician and PTA student complies with department policies and regulatory agencies.

Participates in the training and orientation of new personnel. Assures competency of personnel, prior to delegation of task.

7. Department operational activities. Attends required department staff meetings and / or follows up to obtain pertinent information.

Participates in department / facility process improvement. Meets productivity standards set by the department.

8. This position has responsibility for interacting with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families, and external contacts such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies concerning the health care of the patient.

Also interacts with the physician offices in order to report, requires or clarify information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must have graduated from Physical Therapy Assistant program accredited by APTA, or equivalent.

Must possess a current Physical Therapy Assistant license from the state seeking practice if required. BLS certification required.

Relates throughout the interview process their clinical competency, experience, training and education they have received that is required to perform the job.

Patient care equipment, and therapeutic modalities. Copier, multi-line / multi-feature telephone, fax machine, computer, pager, and miscellaneous office equipment.

Employees working for Banner Home Care / Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

For Banner Registry and Travel positions a minimum of one year experience working as a Therapy Asst is preferred.

Additional related education and / or experience preferred.

EOE / Female / Minority / Disability / Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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