What are the responsibilities and job description for the THERAPY ASSISTANT PT position at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital?
Description
JOB SUMMARY
Provides therapy services to children from birth to 21 years of age and other patients as assigned, to restore function and to prevent disability following disease or injury under the supervision of a licensed therapist.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION
- Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to assure treatment or care that is appropriate to the developmental / chronological age of the patients served.
- Assists patients with rehabilitation exercise as directed by licensed physical therapist.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Educational Requirements
Licensure, Certification and Registration
Work Orientation and Experience
Oral / Written Skills
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Supervision Received
Manager of Rehabilitation Development, or Manager of Feeding Day Program.
Supervision Exercised
INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Directly interfaces daily with patients, visitors, other health care team members, and other health care staff.
TOOLS / EQUIPMENT USED
Operates adaptive equipment, physical agents, specialty beds, and equipment as outlined in Rehab Department Manual.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT / WORKING CONDITIONS
This job description identifies the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not to be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties or skills required of an incumbent.
Reviewed 11 / 27 / 19
