PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT - PRN

JOB DUTIES:

• Collect, assess, and record patient information
• Implement and execute established treatment plans and help guide therapeutic exercise
• Administer medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility
• Advise patients on exercise techniques and in-home treatment options
• Provide educational information about injury prevention, ergonomics, and ways to promote physical health
• Set up therapy equipment
• Sanitize therapy area
• Lift or move patients, as necessary
• Monitor and guide patients through exercises
• Document patient care history in a timely and accurate manner
• Comply with all rules, regulations, and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality of all information according to HIPAA and company policy

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) assumes other responsibilities as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Analytical ability to apply criteria and evaluate information to make decisions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; and excellent interpersonal skills in teaming with patients, medical staff, and the public
• Detail-oriented with proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Professional appearance and ease in developing rapport with others
• Ability and willingness to accurately and appropriately document patient care notes in a timely manner in accordance with billing and regulatory requirements
• Computer skills including MS Office, Outlook, Meditech, preferred
• Ability to move, position self, consistently operate various types of equipment, able to detect/observe/identify details at close or distant range with or without accommodations, as well as exerting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds constantly

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited educational institution, required
• Current Kansas Physical Therapy Assistant License, required
• Current BLS Certification, required
• 1-2 years’ experience in an acute or clinical setting, preferred