Per diem Physical Therapy Assistant

Description

Bethany Northwest has been a non-profit icon of the healthcare industry in the Northwest for nearly 100 years. Bethany is seeking a passionate and motivated Physical Therapy Assistant to join our Home Health team on a per diem basis. Come join our family and find out what the “Heart of Bethany” is. Bethany of the Northwest offers a generous benefit package, competitive salary and much more.

Schedule:  Per diem

Pay Rate: $30-$35 per hour DOE

Benefits available:

• Sick pay
• Double pay if working on 7 holiday days
• Referral program
• Perks at Work

Position Summary

Provides Physical Therapy services to residents by assisting in the treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication while functioning under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: (Other duties may be assigned)

1. Provides Physical Therapy services to patients in a safe and effective manner under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in accordance with state regulations. Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice, department procedures and productivity standards.
2. Assists the Physical Therapist in the evaluation process as needed or directed.
3. Assists the Physical Therapist in identifying a problem list, short-term goals, long term goals and treatment plan.
4. Conducts both individual and group treatments as assigned by the Physical Therapist and outlined in the treatment plan that includes but is not limited to areas of muscle strength, coordination, mobility, sensory awareness, sitting and standing, transfer training, balance activities, gait training, range of motion activities and modalities.
5. Assists in selection of Physical Therapy techniques and in the sequence of activities, adapts techniques as indicated by patients’ performance and following consultation with the Physical Therapist. No major modification to the treatment plan is made without prior consultation with the Physical Therapist.
6. Monitors patient’s response to intervention and consults with Physical Therapist if modification is required.
7. Assists in establishing and modifying individual patient schedules in conjunction with the Physical Therapist and other team members.
8. Adheres to department and patient schedule and modifies as appropriate for treatment regimen.
9. Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in treatment plan.
10. Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics. Trains patient, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of the above.
11. Consistently demonstrates sound judgement in the implementation and follow-up of patient therapy.
12. Integrates Bethany Home Health standards of care into patient management.

Essential Communication

1. Participates in patient, family, and staff education.
2. Maintains positive relationships and rapport with coworkers, patients, family members and facility personnel.
3. Adheres to establishing confidentiality standards including all applicable HIPAA rules and regulations.
4. Projects a positive and professional image at all times.

Essential Processes

1. Documents results of patient’s assessments, treatment, follow-up, and termination of services. Adheres to Physical Therapy department procedures regarding documentation of Physical Therapy services.
2. Accurately and efficiently utilizes documentation and billing software to record patient treatment, labor and CPT codes according to Bethany procedures.
3. Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional and adheres to facility/company safety standards.
4. Reports, as appropriate, actual or suspicious activity related to fraud and/or operational abuse of laws, regulations and standards.
5. Reports to work on time and coordinates schedules to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during their shifts. Maintains a regular schedule ensuring that patients get proper therapy.
6. Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance Program as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Qualifications

1. Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
2. Current state licensure
3. Current CPR certification
4. Must have a current Driver’s License and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary : $30 - $35