PT /PTA- Physical Therapy

Under general supervision of a physical therapist, assists patients in reaching maximum physical potential, in accordance with the Maryland Physical Therapy Practice Act, treats patients using appropriate therapeutic interventions and participates in team and interdisciplinary meetings.
Education AA degree from an accredited PT Assistant program.
Skills Knowledge of Physical therapy theories, practices, and standards
Skill in following treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and alerting the supervising physical therapist to status changes
Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service skills
Basic computer skills and ability to learn EMR navigation
Licensures, Certifications Current Maryland license as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification).
Ability to perform work while using personal protective equipment (PPE).
Conditions of Employment Current Maryland license as a Physical Therapist Assistant
Healthcare Provider (CPR certification)
Principal Duties and Responsibilities Patient care Treatment Treatment Provides objective information for the physical therapist in the accordance with the physical therapy plan of care and goals
Implements treatment in accordance with the plan of care & goals established by the PT Evaluation and documents treatment program and goal progress. Documents treatment plans and progress; records data required for statistics, productivity, billing, performance improvement program, etc. Utilizes the assistance of rehab techs and volunteers for housekeeping, transportation and physical assistance, does not utilize the rehab tech in a context that could be interpreted as providing supervision
Maintains current knowledge of therapy practice through continuing education
Clinical Collaboration Informs Physical Therapist, MD, RN and Discharge Planner of patient's status and progress towards goals through documentation or direct communication, documents communications with Physical Therapist regarding changes in patient status, treatment plan, or discharge plan, communicates equipment needs and any changes/updates to original D/C plan to the discharge planner and RN
Participates in discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team, recommending appropriate assistance and continuation of the rehabilitation process as needed
Identifies and communicates issues related to the working environment to PT/PTA Mentor/ Program Manager
Actively seeks advice and incorporates feedback from PT mentor/ Program Manager
Performance Improvement Adheres to performance Improvement/ LDM requirements per department plan
Leadership Collaboration Works with PT/PTA Mentor/ Program Manager to resolve unit issues/ problems, developing resolutions and following up with both departmental staff and unit
Actively seeks advice and demonstrates incorporation of feedback for performance improvement
Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers
I will give and accept help to achieve goals.
Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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