Physical Therapist Assistant

At OrthoVirginia, you’re part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia’s largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. With more than 159 physicians in over 35 locations—including Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton Roads—OrthoVirginia is a leader in orthopedic surgery, non-surgical care, and physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Our nationally recognized specialists treat a full range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, helping patients of all ages move, heal, and thrive. Join us and become part of a trusted network committed to excellence in orthopedic care. Primary Functions & Responsibilities Contributes to physical therapist's effectiveness by identifying patient care issues; providing information and commentary; recommending options and courses of action; implementing physical therapy directives. Assists with patient observations as requested by the physical therapist and to assist in identifying patients with physical therapy needs. Works cooperatively with peers to contribute to the overall productivity of the team. Performs therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises, instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities. Maintains patient records confidentially. Schedules patients effectively for best time utilization. Observes, records and reports to the physical therapist conditions, reactions and responses of patient's plan of care. Ensures that each patient has adequate knowledge concerning his/her disorder, treatment, and continued care. Communicates and coordinates effectively, both written and verbally, with patients, families, and other team members regarding the patient's overall plan of care. Participates in discharge planning as requested by the physical therapist consistent with patient goals. Maintains accurate and timely flow of paperwork, orders, requests, and reports. Is reliable, follows instructions and completes assignments in a timely manner. Works cooperatively with patients, supervising personnel, fellow employees, other healthcare team members and the public. Patient care documentation is timely, legible, and efficient and meets departmental documentation standards. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations, adhering to infection-control policies and protocols. Maintains production objectives by noting current treatment trends, monitoring actual physical therapy services rendered to production objectives. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations. Must be able to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations per protocols. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to provide instructions clearly and pay close attention to detail. Must be able to collaborate with other patient care team members. Ability to remain encouraging and motivating to patients who experience pain and frustration, physical therapists should be compassionate and encouraging. Ability to remain flexible, adaptable and calm in unexpected situations. Ability to exercise sound judgment in stressful circumstances. Physical Requirements Sitting: Frequently Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently Climbing: none Bending/stooping: Frequently Kneeling/crouching: Frequently Reaching overhead: Frequently Using full range of motion: Frequently Lifting a. Light up to 20 lbs: Frequently b. Medium 21-50 lbs: Frequently c. Heavy 51 lbs+: Rarely Carrying objects: Continuously Pushing/pulling: Continuously Fine motor skills/dexterity: Continuously Visual acuity: Continuously Hearing ability: Continuously Speaking clearly: Continuously Working in confined spaces: Frequently Exposure to outdoor elements: None Exposure to noise: Continuously Exposure to infectious materials/radiation: Rarely Use of personal protective equipment: As needed Operating office equipment: computer, keyboard, mouse, copier, printer, fax, phone, headset: Continuously Operating vehicles, large equipment or machinery: None Set-up and work in an ergonomic, distraction-free home office: None This organization participates in e-Verify. Esta organización participa en e-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr