Job Description : Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Reports to : Physical Therapist / Clinical Manager
PRN (Pro Re Nata) : Employee works 0-19 hr. per week
JOB SUMMARY :
The Physical Therapist Assistant implements physical therapy programs and provides physical therapy treatments to customers to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist
Essential Functions :
- Implements customer's individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist.
- Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises.
- Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
- Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Physical Therapist;
- Instructs customers, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
- Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each customer.
- Maintains appropriate and timely customer and non-customer documentation for all customers treated.
- Attends and contributes to customer care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
- Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
- Puts Customer Service First : Ensures that customers and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Licensed and / or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.
- He / she must be able and willing to practice physical therapy per state guidelines.
- Must possess good organizational and time management skills.
- Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
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