LPTA

Position: Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Department: Physical Therapy

JOB SUMMARY

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will conduct outpatient and inpatient mix under the super vision of the Physical Therapist. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy
• Current Mississippi Physical Therapist Assistant certification

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

PTA will assess patient’s needs and render appropriate care. Perform patient teaching and discharge planning. Function as a member of the healthcare team in delivering mission-driven, quality patient care. Demonstrate knowledge of standards of care for physical therapy. Willingly acquire new knowledge and skills needed. Demonstrate actions which create a positive experience for the customer as well as promote positive teamwork with co-workers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / ASSIGNED TASKS

• Demonstrate performance standards
• Appropriately observe and evaluate patient
• Develop and implement the appropriate physical therapy component of the patient POC
• Assess patient’s pain and intervene appropriately
• Provide patient teaching appropriate to the patient/caregiver’s learning/education level regarding physical therapy, patient needs, safety and infection control in the home and other related problems.
• Develop and document attainable goals
• Follow agency policy regarding discharge planning, completes necessary discharge information (D/C Summary/OASIS)
• Communicate with and document patient updates to physician, other members of the health care team and to the patient’s medical record timely and accurately
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Supervise nurse aide when appropriate according to agency policy and document correctly
• Attend all in-services, education programs and scheduled meeting as outlined by the Team Leader or Director
• Maintain and demonstrate a constant awareness of legal and ethical aspects of physical therapy
• Consistently demonstrate proper judgment in the delivery of patient care; provide patient care within the scope of service for physical therapy
• Observe standard precautions
• Follow orders given by provider
• Perform other job duties and tasks as assigned