Physical Therapy Assistant

VOA • Montrose, CO • 16h ago

The Physical Therapy Assistant Provides clinical physical therapy treatments for program participants on acute, restorative and maintenance levels as needed. Follows the treatment plan as per Registered Physical Therapist assessment and documented care plan.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A graduate from a physical therapist assistant curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Colorado.

Minimum of one-year experience working with the frail or elderly population required.

Minimum of one year experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.

Good working knowledge of physical, psychosocial and behavioral needs of the elderly population.

Able to understand medical terminology and how it applies to physical therapy, to communicate with participants, staff, IDT and physicians, and how to prepare meaningful reports.

Ability to communicate with the participants to establish favorable attitude to motivate the participants to desired cooperation and effort in his/her rehabilitation development.

Must have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Perform physical therapy treatments and related duties as may be delegated by the physical therapist.

Communicate Participant's changes and progress per treatment plan on a regular basis to Registered Physical Therapist.

Maintain proper documentation according to state, federal PACE regulations.

Maintain proper records according to PACE policy and procedures.

Perform and record, if required, as specified by the planned treatment program, non-evaluative on-going data: Measurements of vital signs, range of motion, strength and linear increments; Types of assistive mobility devices used, and the distances covered; Results of tests and evaluations performed by the registered physical therapist.

Respond to psych-social support needs of the participant and/or the participant's family.

Communicate appropriately and effectively with all personnel and to document according to professional standards.

Keep timely records, meet regularly with the Registered Physical Therapist and attend care conferences as requested.

Participate in patient care conferences and other rehabilitation related meetings as appropriate.

Communicate with Registered Physical Therapist and IDT members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.

Participate in in-service training programs for all staff in the facility.

Instruct participant and family members and nursing staff in restorative and therapeutic maintenance programs.

Abides by regulations pertaining to PACE as established by Federal and State Agencies and the Volunteers of America Health Facilities policies.

Attends required in-services & completes assigned online modules.

Perform other duties as assigned.

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