Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant PRN at Specialists Hospital Shreveport, LLC

Shreveport, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Therapy, Patient Care, Staff Supervision, Treatment Planning, Muscle Testing, Massage, Exercise Guidance, Clinical Documentation, Case Conferences, Educational Meetings, Microsoft Office, Organization, Time Management, Communication, Team Building

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Position Overview This position is a professional licensed Physical Therapy Assistant position which provides Assistant services to the Physical Therapists and leadership to the Techs of the Physical Therapy Department, including Inpatient and Outpatient services, supervision of assigned staff and direct physical therapy care to eligible patients. This is a PRN position. Essential Job Functions Administers physical therapy program including training and oversight of PT tech staff. Follows the Plan of Care as directed by the Physical Therapist and within state guidelines, assessing the needs and implementing the treatment plan. Supervises and administers treatment to convalescing patients including muscle testing, grading the strength and weakness of different muscles, massage and muscle reeducation, guided exercise for weakened muscles, and underwater treatment. Helps patients adjust to physical limitations and works with the patient to maximize their physical capabilities. Helps guide patients and informs Therapist of status changes to assure attainment of goals. Submits timely, complete clinical records, documenting services rendered and observations about patient’s progress. Attends staffing and case conferences. Participates in educational meetings, both as instructor and attendee. Performs related work as required. Requirements Graduation from a School of Physical Therapy accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association. Current Physical Therapist Assistant license from the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board Five years of practical physical therapy assistant experience with a preference in orthopedics, sports medicine and musculoskeletal disciplines. Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, and equipment of physical therapy. Considerable knowledge of possible hazards to patients during treatment and of necessary precautionary measures. Ability to interpret correctly patients’ reactions to all types of physical therapy treatment. Ability to maintain adequate work reports and to prepare periodic reports of treatments, proposals for expansion of treatment, and other as indicated by department director. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physical therapy students, subordinates, professional employees, and patients. Other Skills/Abilities Computer skills with emphasis in Microsoft Office Programs. Organization and time management. Oral and written communications. Knowledge of team building and dynamics. Specialists Hospital Shreveport is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Responsibilities

This role involves administering the physical therapy program, including training and oversight of PT tech staff, and following the Plan of Care directed by the Physical Therapist. The assistant will supervise and administer treatment to patients, helping them adjust to physical limitations while maximizing their capabilities.