Acute care Physical Therapy Assistant

Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy treatment as established by the Physical Therapist to meet specific measurable goals. Reports to Clinical Coordinator.

• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and procedures.
• Carries out a treatment program for assigned patients, as determined by the evaluation performed by the Physical Therapist.
• Designs and fits adaptive devices such as orthotics, mobility aids and tools based on patient disability and rehabilitation needs.
• Teaches patients/family the skills and techniques required for participation in Physical Therapy, adapting the instruction and techniques to meet the comprehension level of the patients/family.
• Reports any changes in a patient's condition to the supervising Physical Therapist and assists in updating treatment plans.
• Maintains adequate records within the medical record regarding patient responses to treatment techniques.
• Supervises Rehabilitation Technicians and Aides appropriately. Maintains communication with physicians, via verbal and written reports, regarding patient treatment.
• Supervises Rehabilitation Technicians and Aides appropriately.
• Conducts or participates in Inservice training as needed for other hospital personnel.
• Participates in educational programs and Inservice meetings.
• Attends meetings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Education:
Associate's degree and graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required.

Experience:
Prior training or experience in related environment is preferred.

Special Skills:
Employee must demonstrate ability to recognize patients' individual needs based on medical conditions, age (infants, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, middle-aged and geriatric), limitations and planned procedures.

License/Cert:
Must be certified as a PTA. Mississippi state licensure as required.