Temporary Travel Assistant

A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift The Physical Therapy Assistant, under the direction of the Physical Therapist collaborates in planning and implementing programs that help to restore or improve function in mobility, strength, coordination, and range of motion in patients suffering from disease or injurty. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost conscious, quality focused, and customer oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is also required with this role.Provision of Care* Implements the physical therapy treatment plan under the direction of the physical therapist.* Revises goals/plan of care in collaboration with the physical therapist and patient/family* Provides ongoing patient/family education and training* Provides discharge instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as appropriate* Acts as a referral source for staff, families, physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services.Documentation* Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols* Completes and submits family education, discharge and other required documentation within facility and program guidelinesGeneral Requirements* Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.* Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.* Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.* Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately.* Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members. Attends and participates in staff meetings, required inservices, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.* Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.* Observes infection prevention precautionsCustomer Service* Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service. Participates in orientation and training of new employees.* Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirementsPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.Associates Physical Therapy High School Diploma General PTA - Physical Therapist Asst Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and basic computer skills.

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