What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant position at Advanced Physical Therapy?
Job Description
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team at Advanced PT. As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care to our patients, ensuring their recovery and well-being.
- Assist in assessing patients to develop and initiate treatment plans based on the evaluation results
- Assist in reviewing the physician's referral (prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, following established protocols and patient care guidelines
- Document findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers
- Support in ensuring patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians meets standards
- Assist in completing written plans of care, developing goals based on evaluation findings, and contributing to comprehensive programs to attain goals
- Support in implementing physical therapy treatment programs and providing essential physical therapy treatments
- Communicate effectively with patients / caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies, under the guidance of a Physical Therapist
- Assist in ensuring timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports
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