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Physical Therapist Assistant LIFE

Catholic Health System

Lackawanna, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Communication Skills, Disease, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, English Language, Federal Laws and Regulations, Health Plan, Healthcare, Patient Care, Physical Therapy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, State Laws and Regulations, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Lackawanna, NY
POSTED
9 days ago

Facility: LIFE PACE OLV

Shift: Shift 1

Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000

Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates

Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No

Work Schedule: Days

Hours: 8:30a- 4:30p (16:30)

Summary:

Implement Physical Therapy services for Participants of the Therapy Department under the supervision of the Physical Therapist. Follows treatment programs to restore and prevent loss of function following disease, injury or disability, adhering to Best Practice guidelines and communicating with all healthcare professionals for the best plan of care for the patient.

Responsibilities:

SKILL AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM)

Education

  • Degree from an accredited program by the NYS Department of Education
  • Certified and currently registered by NYS Department of Education, or eligible.

Experience

  • Experience working with the older adult/frail elderly population preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

  • Must have the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members and visitors.
  • Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into the existing Physical Therapy Services.
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
  • Must have knowledge of Physical Therapy procedures.
  • Involvement in the Care Plan process.
  • Documentation within the guidelines of CHS LTC & HCBC Policies and Procedures as well as state and federal regulations.
  • Communication skills which may be inclusive of approach, tone of voice, speed of communication, respectfulness and non-verbal communication.
  • Technical skills: Demonstrates best practice patterns consistent with professional standards as established by the APTA and the NYAPTA.
  • Proficient in efficiently navigating utilized EMR programs.

About the Company

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Catholic Health System

Catholic Health is dedicated to developing an exceptional workforce focused on a culture of inclusiveness and integrity that values diversity.  Located in Buffalo, NY, Catholic Health is a non-profit healthcare system that provides care to Western New Yorkers across a network of hospitals, primary care centers, imaging centers, and several other community ministries. Our mission sets us apart. It's the human side of healthcare – the touch, smile or comforting word that can help make your healthcare experience better. It's treating all people with respect and dignity, and providing comfort in times of greatest need.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1998
WEBSITE
http://www.chsbuffalo.org

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