Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient, Per Diem

Dartmouth Health • New London, NH • 2w ago

GENERAL SUMMARY

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy treatments, in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Administer Physical Therapy modalities of treatment as established under a Physical Therapist’s plan of care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

• Has skills in outpatient rehabilitation settings to effectively provide Physical Therapy treatments.

• Should at minimum be familiar with best practice and the latest evidence for common ambulatory clinic pathologies such as degenerative conditions, neurologic impairments, general orthopedics, and post-operative care.

• Should be proficient with rendering common treatment techniques such as, but not limited to; manual therapy, neuro rehab techniques, exercise modalities, gait and balance interventions, and use of functional activities to help patients reach maximum function.

• Specialty therapy certifications are not required however may enhance consideration.

• Must be flexible and responsive to providing care in alternative settings such as the inpatient unit for occasional cross-coverage and holiday coverage needs.

FUNCTIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Provides specific therapy services under direction of the Physical Therapist and in accordance with an established and written therapy plan of care based upon a physician’s order and the Physical Therapist’s assessment.

• Participates in, and assists the Physical Therapist in developing and reviewing the initial and comprehensive assessments of a patient’s needs and the individualized care plan

• Demonstrates an ability to consistently exercise appropriate judgment.

• Consults with the Physical Therapist and attending physician concerning therapy regimes and the patient’s progress.

• Administers treatments and therapeutic agents as prescribed by a referring physician and outlined in the Physical Therapy established plan of care plan in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.

• Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

• Observes treatment affect and recommends change to Physical therapist, if needed.

• Able to determine patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation - makes appropriate Physical Therapist contact for intervention and management.

• Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs; family/caregiver is included in teaching, as appropriate.

• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.

• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.

• Interacts professionally with patient, family, and/or caregiver and involves them in the decision making process

• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.

• Assists to coordinates patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.

• Consults other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.

• Ensures that work/assignment areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner, and are in safe working order.

• Demonstrates to patients and personnel, as necessary, how to use medical appliances, such as wheelchairs, crutches, canes, braces, and prosthetic appliances and devices.

• Establishes trusting relationships with patients and family members by consistently demonstrating compassion, empathy, and respect.

Administrative Functions:

• Records pertinent information in the resident’s medical record.

• Uses authorized abbreviations when recording information.

• Completes and dates all reports, forms, etc, and enters information in a clear, concise, and accurate manner, as appropriate.

• Uses supplies in an efficient and cost effective manner, and notifies the Director when supplies need to be replenished, or when not available.

• Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered in a timely manner.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Previous work experience in an outpatient setting is preferred, however not required.

Experience

Education

• Associates’ Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program required.

• Active State of New Hampshire Physical Therapy Assistant license required.

Area of Interest:Allied Health/Clinical;

Work Status:Mon-Fri, clinic open 7:00 to 17:00, per diem for coverage within those days/times;

Employment Type:per-diem;

Job ID:5635

Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. We do not exclude or treat people differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

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