Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Physical Therapists Assistant

PTA SUMMARY

· Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to assist with a patient's treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

PTA ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provides direct treatment to residents as directed by and according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist.

· Documents resident progress towards meeting established goals.

· Teaches exercises to residents, family members, and caregivers and may provide instruction in the use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assisting apparatus.

· Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

PTA ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

· Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program

· Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant

PTA PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

· Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear.

· Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

· In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

PTA OTHER REQUIREMENTS

· Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s

protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.

· By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to

the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.