Phys Therapist Asst at MACON HOSPITAL INC

Lafayette, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Individualized Care Planning, CPR Certification, Assessment, Treatment, Communication, Teamwork, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Safety Procedures, Documentation, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Patient Education, Emergency Response, Clinical Skills, Time Management

Industry

Description

MACON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Position Description Department Name: Rehab Employee Name: Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant Reports to (Title): Rehab Director Supervises: (Positions) PTA Students and PT Students I.Position Summary Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing direct patient care and individualized care planning/implementation and oversight of support staff. II.Position Requirements: A.Licensure/Certification/Registration: State License or eligibility B.Education: Associates degree from accredited program. C.Experience: 0-6 months. D.Special qualifications: CPR certified with American Heart Association. III.Degree of Supervision Required: General guidance from management, expected to perform most duties independently and in accordance with established policyand procedures and per state of Tennessee guidelines for PTA. IV. Ages of Patients Served: This position requires competence in assessment, treatment, and/or care for the age groups indicated. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area. The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training, or experience. Birth - 1 Year Infant 2-12 Year Pediatric 13-18 Years Adolescent 19-69 Years Adult 70 + Geriatric N/A No responsibility to treat or care for patients V. Working Conditions: Hospital rooms, common areas, clinical departments, and hospital grounds. Potential hazards include: Exposure to None Some Frequent Very Frequent Exposure to None Some Frequent Very Frequent • toxic/caustic chemicals X • blood or body fluids X •extreme conditions, hot or cold X • communicable diseases X • dust/fumes/ gases X •unprotected heights X • moving mechanical arts X • CRT (computer) Monitor X •potential electric shock X •frequent, repetitive motions X • x-ray electromagnetic energy X • other (as listed) • high pitched Noises X • needles or other sharp objects X VI. Physical Requirements: Occasional: sitting, climbing, working in hot, cold or wet surroundings, working outdoors, working near radiation sources, working near fumes. Frequent: twisting, pushing/pulling, lifting or carrying 11-51 pounds or more (patient treatments), working with or near chemicals (cleaning substances, IV medications, etc.) working with hazardous waste material (blood and body fluid) operating machinery, using hand tools (modality equipment). Constant: standing/walking, bending/stooping, using arm muscles, using leg muscles, using back muscles, smelling, hearing, seeing, color vision, talking, finger dexterity, feeling, touching, lifting or carrying 2-10 pounds, wearing protective clothing and/or equipment (blood borne pathogen standards). Must have valid driver license. VII. Personal Protective Equipment: This position requires the use of personal protective equipment during various tasks/activities. Personal protective equipment includes, but is not limited to, gloves, masks and safety glasses. I have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform all essential functions of this position. I understand that information regarding patients at this facility is confidential and is not to be disclosed without written authorization of the patient or authorized representative. I will discuss patient's information only in the course of my duties and never in open areas such as hallways, snack bar, etc., where it might be overheard by visitors or other patients, or outside of the hospital while off duty. I also understand that information in some patient's records may be governed by federal regulation and that disclosure of such information is punishable by fine or imprisonment, even after I leave the employment of the facility. I certify that I have completed HIPAA training and will honor all policies and procedures. I understand that violations of these policies and procedures may result in sanctions. I agree to abide by all local, state and federal laws.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct patient care and participates in individualized care planning and implementation. They also oversee support staff and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.