Physical Therapy Assistant II - Virtua

The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Voorhees, NJ • 1h ago

SHIFT:Day (United States of America)Seeking Breakthrough Makers Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation. At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career. CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means. About the Job Under the direct, on-premise supervision of a licensed physical therapist, provides physical therapy treatment procedures to an assigned inpatient caseload. Contributes to educational and administrative efforts within the department. What you will do- Clinical - Delivers evidence-based clinical care based on primary physical therapist's plan of care, requires mentoring for interventions for complex patient cases. - Evaluates the patient's response to intervention and documents patient progress in the chart. Instructs patients and parents in home program, especially gait training and transfer. - Informs the physical therapist of progress/problems with specific patients. - Performs care coordination tasks associated with patient care, including communication with hospital and community providers, tracking of medical equipment, etc. - Begins to develop an area of expertise.- Academic - Maintains current skills and knowledge by identifying own learning needs, both formally and informally, to practice a lifestyle of life-long learning. Seeks opportunity for clinical growth and development within the department through mentorship. - Seeks out opportunities to expand knowledge and treatment interventions related to area of developing expertise. - Attends in-services within the department and hospital as appropriate. - Is able to mentor PTA I in area of developing specialization. - Willing to participate in the supervision and education of PTA students and/or serve as a primary CI to an entry level PTA student.- Administrative - Maintains productivity and fiscal responsibility in the provision/utilization of services. - Actively participates in department planning meetings, and/or appropriate department initiatives. - Supervises pre-PTA students and volunteers, and aides where appropriate. Licenses and Certifications- Physical Therapy Assistant (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required or- Physical Therapy Assistant - Indirect Supervision (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required and- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - within 3 months - Required- Advanced Proficiency Pathways (APP) - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) - upon hire - Preferred or- Credentialed Clinical Instructor (CCIP) - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) - upon hire - Preferred Education- Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant Required Experience- At least three (3) years PTA experience. Required- At least one (1) year pediatric experience Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Interpersonal relationships skills that permit effective communication with parents, children of various ages, peers and supervisors. **To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of ou

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