Physical Therapist Assistant

JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist:
• Setting: Hospital Outpatient Rehab 90% treatment, Acute and Swing Bed treatment 10%
• Performs patient treatments per the patient evaluation and treatment plan
• Help all patients reach their maximum potential while learning to live within the limits of
their capabilities
• Various diagnosis included but not limited to Adolescent to Adult Orthopaedic injuries,
post op joint replacements, joint pain, CVA, Generalized weakness, ect…
• Use various treatment techniques to decrease pain and increase
mobility/strength/endurance and teach patients exercise techniques/home exercise
program to improve their independence.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
• Provide therapy services defined in the Physical Therapy treatment plans
• Work cooperatively with physical therapists, physicians, case managers, techs and other
members of the healthcare team
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of therapy services in the medical record
• Assist with program development and performance improvement for the department
• Assists the Physical Therapist as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Flexibility to see patients as needed in Outpatient, Acute and Swing Bed areas
(all located in the hospital).
• Team player with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Organized with excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Empathetic and caring to all patients no matter their background.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced, dynamic rehab environment.
MOREHOUSE GENERAL HOSPITAL
JOB DESCRIPTION
(Physical Therapy Assistant)
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
• Full time staff includes 1 PT, 2 PTA, 3 OTR, 1 SLP, 2 front office workers
• Documentation and charges on Medhost Software
• Hours of work: Monday – Thursday 8-5, Friday 8-12.
• Cafeteria on site or breakroom with refrigerator and microwave available
• Outpatients scheduled every 45 minutes by front office – Avg of 8-10 patients a day
• Dress code – any color scrubs or khakis with collared shirt
• Covid vaccine or religious exemption required
• Small community, rural hospital with a busy rehabilitation clinic
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSING
REQUIREMENTS:
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
• Current Louisiana State Physical Therapy Assistant license (temporary license allowed)
• BLS Certification
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to transfer patients with the use of gait belt, sliding board, and/or the
assistance of another therapist.
SAFETY PRACTICES:
• Consistently follows all established Safety procedures, incident/accident protocol and
precautions or universal precautions when performing duties relating to work area.
• Always follows good infection control practices and is familiar with Infection control
policies, procedures, PPE guidelines and guidance relevant to area of work.
• Practices proper body mechanics and ergonomics at all times.
• Follows established plans, policies, and procedures during emergencies, such as fire
evacuation, fire drills and actively participates in emergency exercises/disasters etc.
• Reports all Life Safety maintenance issues, defective equipment, etc. through the
Environmental Services work order system.

• Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to transfer patients with the use of gait belt, sliding board, and/or the
assistance of another therapist.