Driver's License, Home Care, Orthotics, Patient Care, Patient Education, Philosophy, Physical Demands, Physical Therapy, Prosthetics, Quality of Care, State Laws and Regulations, Treatment Plan, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Liberty, MISSOURI
POSTED
11 days ago
Responsibilities:
Promotes Elara Carings philosophy, mission statement, and policies to ensure quality of care.
Performs direct physical therapy services as certified by the patients physician to ensure quality and continuity of care.
Follows Plan of Care as established by the supervising Physical Therapist and reports any changes in status back to the Physical Therapist.
Adheres to State Practice Act Guidelines.
Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to physicians orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
Incorporates patient care goals into therapy care based on the Plan of Care.
Instructs patients and/or families in the safe use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices such as canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
Educates patient and/or caregiver in the therapy home program.
Handles physically demanding tasks including lifting, transferring patients, and moving equipment.
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Therapy Association.
Current, unrestricted PTA license for the state of work.
6+ months of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred.
Able and willing to travel within branch coverage area (up to 50%).
Must have a dependable vehicle, valid drivers license, and current auto insurance according to state laws.
Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds.