What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant - Part time position at Forest Grove Post Acute?
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending account
- Life & Disability benefits
- PTO & Holiday pay
- Parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program
Essential Duties
- Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist.
- Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board.
- Assist in maintaining department.
- Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed.
- Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
- Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
- Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
- Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
- Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
- Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
- Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
- Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
- Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
Qualification
Education and/or Experience - Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant Board of the States. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
Language Skills - Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Mathematical Skills - Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability - Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations - Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state. Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
