Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy services to patients by assisting in the assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication. Functions under the supervision of the physical therapist.

Complies with department and organization-wide policies, Critical Access Hospital requirements, Safety, and Infection Control, and all Federal and State of Colorado regulations related to the performance of Keefe Memorial Hospital operations and requirements of the compliance program.

SIGNIFICANT DUTIES

• Assists physical therapist in the evaluation process in the areas of self-care, homemaking, functional mobility, and coordination. Assists in the evaluation of other areas as directed.
• Identifies indications for and assists in evaluations at appropriate intervals under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Assists the physical therapist in identifying a problem list, short-term goals, long-term goals and treatment plan.
• Monitors patientâs response to intervention and consults with physical therapist if modification is indicated.
• Adheres to Physical Therapy Department procedures regarding documentation of physical therapy services.
• Maintains safe and clean work area and adheres to facility/company safety standards.
• Complies with all infection control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
• Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation and follow-up or patient therapy programs.
• Maintains safe and clean work area and adheres to facility/company safety standards.
• Complies with all infection control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
• Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation and follow-up or resident therapy programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrates commitment to the organizational mission, vision, and core values.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to relative practice area.
• Maintains current knowledge of department and hospital operations, local and industry trends and practices, market forces and outside regulatory requirements.
• Identifies opportunities and challenges to the departmentsâ services and applies this knowledge to develop new or enhance existing policies, procedures, systems, and services.
• Demonstrates effective relationships with hospital staff, patients, public, outside agencies, and providers.
• Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Exercises professional judgment, courtesy, and professionalism in daily interactions with others.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with health care team members and diverse patient populations.

There will be opportunities for other duties as this position may evolve and policies and training may change. Reasonable accommodations will be reviewed, and modifications may be made according to ADA guidelines.

Utilizes proper body mechanics, transfer/lifting techniques and appropriate equipment to minimize fall risk to patient and injury to self.

Place of work