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Physical Therapy Assistant-NBMC Per Diem at Northbay
Fairfield, California, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

59.13

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Patient Progress Communication, Supervision, Modalities Administration, Discharge Planning, Record Maintenance, Patient Instruction, Equipment Instruction, Team Communication, Age Appropriate Care, Clinical Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Works under the management supervision of the Rehabilitation Services Supervisor and Rehabilitation Services Manager. Under the clinical supervision of a licensed physical therapist, administers assigned patient treatments, assists with treatment planning, prepares and transmits written and verbal communication of patient progress, supervises students and volunteers as assigned. Physical Therapist Assistant shall be supervised by a licensed physical therapist per established departmental guidelines and regulatory standards. Provides physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist, in inpatient and outpatient settings during assigned shift during department operating hours, including assignment in rotation of weekend and holiday coverage. Under the supervision of a physical therapist, administers modalities and procedures specific to the learning needs and age of the patient. Assists physical therapist with plans for discharge. Prepares and maintains accurate and current patient records in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Provides patient, family/caregivers with age appropriate instruction regarding therapy procedures and home program, and provides additional instruction as indicated. Instructs the patient and family/caregiver in care and use of assistive and adaptive equipment. Communicates with rehabilitation team members, family, physicians and third party payers regarding patient progress and program changes as appropriate.
Responsibilities
The Physical Therapy Assistant administers assigned patient treatments under the clinical supervision of a licensed physical therapist, assists with treatment planning, and prepares written and verbal communication regarding patient progress. Responsibilities also include instructing patients and families on therapy procedures and the use of assistive equipment, and maintaining accurate patient records.