Job Summary:
The primary purpose of this position is to provide Physical Therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and participates in the general functioning of the rehabilitation therapy department.
Responsible to: Facility Director of Rehabilitation or Rehabilitation Manager and Physical Therapist Supervisor
Qualifications/Experience:
Must possess a current unencumbered NYS license as an Physical Therapy Assistant
Graduate of an accredited school with an Associate's degree in Physical Therapy
Geriatric experience preferred
A current unrestricted driver's license and dependable transportation
Able to use necessary computer applications
Ability to professionally communicate with internal and external resources
High level of motivation and ability to take initiative appropriately
Ability to function independently as well as part of a team
Ability to function effectively in stressful and changing situations
Ability to positively give and receive oral and written direction
Essential Job Functions:
Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it does not in any way state or imply that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.
Demonstrates working knowledge of skilled restorative therapy and maintenance programs
Provides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalities according to the established treatment plans as assigned, under the on-site supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully and effectively communicate with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public
Must effectively communicate with residents with visual, speech, auditory, cognitive, physical and emotional impairments
Must possess the ability to train/supervise and discipline subordinate staff
Must be able to relate information regarding a resident's condition
Must possess the ability to assist in planning, organizing and implementing the goals, objectives and policies and procedures of the department
Documents resident progress toward Physical Therapy goals
Completes Daily Activity Schedule and progress notes per facility policy and as directed by the Physical Therapist
Provides resident, staff and family education as directed
Complies with Federal and State regulations related to rehabilitation therapy
Completes all documentation to comply with professional standard and regulatory requirements
Strives to meet productivity / efficiency goals and self-initiates corrective action plan for non-attainment
Utilizes the clinical software applications per policies and procedures
Assists in ordering necessary equipment for the facility and residents
Utilizes proper body mechanics, techniques and safety while completing job duties and responsibilities.
Maintains current professional knowledge of practice of Physcial Therapy and practices within acceptable professional standards
Complies with all facility policies and procedures
Maintains confidentiality of facility and resident information
Respects all residents all resident rights
Reports all instances of potential resident abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of resident property immediately
Follows sanitation and infection control policies and procedures
Keeps Facility Rehabilitation manager and Physical Therapist informed and updated appropriately
JOB DESCRIPTION REVIEW
I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein. I hereby accept the position of Staff Physical Therapy Assistant or Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant and agree to abide by the requirements set forth and will perform all duties and responsibilities to the best of my ability. I understand that as a result of my employment, I may be exposed to blood, body fluids, infectious disease, air contaminants, and hazardous products/chemicals, including exposure to products containing latex.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.
