Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs

Summary

The Physical Therapist assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care. Respects and promotes the mission, vision, and values of VNA Health.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists with chart audits if schedule allows.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Knowledge of state, federal, local and accreditation (CHAP) regulations for the delivery of home health services.
• Meets the average daily productivity standards as set by the agency.
• Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.

The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. All clinical staff are expected to participate as needed in variable shifts, including weekend rotation per staffing needs and departmental holiday rotation.

Position Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience required. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Licensed driver with insured automobile - in accordance with state and/or organization requirements.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Current and active California Physical Therapist Assistant license.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for one hour, minimum.
• Visual and audio acuity.
• Ability to walk one mile.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to push/pull 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk up one flight of stairs.
• Ability to stoop, bend, and squat.

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