Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN
Under the supervision of the established physical therapist, provides physical therapy treatment, documents treatments and charges, and assists in the cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist.
- Instruct, prepare, and reassure residents of treatment being performed.
- Perform treatments on residents at their scheduled times.
- Monitor and ensure resident safety during treatments.
- Transport residents in a safe manner.
- Provide care appropriate for the residents served based on demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
- Assess and interpret data on the resident’s status to identify residents’ requirements relative to their age specific needs and provide care needed as stipulated in departmental policy.
- Maintain records associated with resident's treatments.
- Record treatment results and progress notes accurately and legibly in resident charts.
- Communicate information to supervisor on resident’s treatment progress as directed.
- Assist in maintaining logs and reports.
- Assist in maintaining stock levels of supplies and required equipment.
- Ensure inventory is adequately stocked with supplies necessary for efficient operation.
- Perform the sterilization of equipment and work area.
- Perform minor and preventative maintenance on equipment and ensure equipment is properly stored after use.
- Report equipment problems to Operations Director.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT REQUIREMENTS:
- Maintain confidentiality on a daily basis.
- Work well with other employees.
- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
- Follow standard precautions when providing direct resident care.
WHY EHD?
PEOPLE FIRST
Our staff is our most valued asset. Electra Hospital District operates eleven businesses that work as a team to provide complete continuity of care for our patients. We know that people make the difference and consider our team members the best in the business.
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
It takes the best of the best to provide superior patient care. Our employees make a difference in our quality care, and we reward them for their dedication. We offer competitive, market-driven compensation and benefit plans.
CULTURE & SUPPORT
We believe that the best patient care comes from happy employees. At Electra Hospital District, we strive to create a family culture with open lines of communication. A dedicated employee appreciation committee provides year-round fun at all our locations.