Therapy - PTA

Therapy - PTA

Profession: Therapy/Rehabilitation

Specialty: PTA Outpatient

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 8 Hours

Experience: Minimum of 1 year required

License: Valid Michigan license required

Certifications: None required

Must-Have: None

Description:The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for clinical and administrative duties under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist.Follow the plan of care and goals established by the Physical Therapist.Provide direct patient care, including performing physical, electrical, mechanical, and heat treatments as per the treatment plan.Conduct individual and/or group Physical Therapy activities according to the treatment plan.Facilitate and instruct patients in the skills necessary to successfully participate.Participate in interdisciplinary team discussions or hospital rounds.Engage in program development and serve as a resource person in areas of expertise.Participate in the student program and student rotations.Provide in-services in areas of expertise.May require cross-training and coverage in other departments as needed.Document in the electronic health record within compliance timelines.Communicate to leadership any limitations that prevent timely documentation.Maintain accurate, legible, and complete records for each person served.Serve on committees and task forces.Participate in process improvement initiatives.Demonstrate effective time management skills.Supervise Rehab Clinical Assistants, PTA students, and volunteers.Maintain and upgrade competencies based on the population served and advances in healthcare sciences and technology.