A skilled Nursing Facility in Newtown, PA has an immediate need for a Physical Therapist Assistant.
Position Type : Contract / Temp (13 Weeks)
Location : Newtown, PA
Responsibilities :
- Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist
- Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)' schedule, and timely documentation of services
- Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient
- Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures
- Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist
- Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated
- Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary
- Puts Patient Service First : Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights
- Implements a patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist
- Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including but not limited to :
- Airway clearance techniques
- Integumentary repair and protection
- Use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent and mechanical modalities
- Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in collaboration with the physical therapist
- Performs other related duties as required
Requirements :
- Current PA State Physical Therapist Assistant License
- Minimum of 1 year experience working in a short-term and / or Long-term rehab
- Must have 1 year experience in SNF
- Solid knowledge of healthcare industry and related guidelines
- Excellent communication skills in both oral and written forms-Display a sense of curiosity, enthusiasm and eagerness to understand business constraints, environment and impact on regulation for the healthcare industry.
- Excellent organization, analytical and time management skills
- Experience in strong problem solving / troubleshooting skills
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