Assistant-Physical Therapist

Description

Job Summary

Delivers therapeutic physical therapy intervention under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Provides treatment, participates in discharge planning, and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

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• Provides treatment under supervision of licensed physical therapist.
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• Participates in discharge planning information, which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
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• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
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• Contributes to the development of staff and students including the assessment of the daily workload.
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• Completes assigned goals.
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Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

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• Entry Level.
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Preferred/Desired

Education

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

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• Computer Literacy.
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Minimum Required

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• Basic Skills.
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Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

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• PTA;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
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Preferred/Desired