Physical Therapy Assistant at Piedmont HealthCare PA

Statesville, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical therapy assistance, Patient care, Orthopedics, Neurology, Vestibular rehabilitation, Aquatic therapy, Documentation, Equipment operation, Customer service, Safety compliance, Collaboration, Rehabilitation

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description The applicant will work Monday - Friday. (NO weekends). GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Administers therapeutic procedures utilized in physical medicine and rehabilitation, as directed by physical therapist. Identifies patients in need of re-assessment or intervention by the physical therapist and routinely collaborates with the physical therapist regarding the plan of care. Will be working with a high energy, dynamic staff in a fun and diverse patient population including: orthopedics, neuro, vestibular, spinal specialties, and aquatics. Will be responsible for 1 on 1 patient care appointments. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Utilizes the physical therapist’s evaluation to identify patient’s skills, educational baseline, social setting, equipment needs, and discharge plan to establish the treatment approach for each patient. Demonstrates attention to the Plan of Care without omission of key treatment points Administers safe and effective treatment with corresponding documentation. Works in coordination with PT to address changes as needed in the plan of care. Safely operates all equipment relevant to treatment Provides excellent customer service to all stakeholders Adheres to all policies and procedures for safety. Requirements EDUCATION: Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school. New grads welcome who want to be mentored. EXPERIENCE: 1 year experience preferred REQUIREMENTS: North Carolina Board Certified BLS Certification KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Maintain certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant in North Carolina, also maintain BLS certification. ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: Combination of medical office and procedure/treatment areas of facility. Well-lighted, well ventilated with temperature controlled area. PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS: Variety of activities including sitting, walking, bending, reaching. Must be able to stand and/or walk to assist patients for extended periods of time. Occasionally mush push/lift/carry equipment and materials.

Responsibilities

Administer therapeutic procedures and rehabilitation treatments as directed by a physical therapist. Collaborate with the clinical team to manage patient care plans and provide one-on-one patient support.