What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assist Cert - PD position at Salinas Valley Health?
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Department : Rehab Services Works under the supervision of Physical Therapy Supervisor and Director of Rehabilitation Services.
Administers prescribed Physical Therapy treatments, schedules treatments, records treatment information, supervises Physical Therapy Aides when co-treating, Provides instruction to patients, families of patients and hospital staff.
Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his / her unit.
Performs other duties as assigned.
- Administers and updates prescribed Physical Therapy interventions compatible with the goals of the physician, patient and family.
- Provides high quality and safe patient care.
- Completes all necessary documentation related to patient intervention.
- Assists in efficient and effective return of patient to the highest degree of independence possible.
- Supervises aides during co-treatments.
- Assists in orientation of new employees and volunteers.
- Instructs and evaluates performance of therapy students during clinical affiliations.
- Ensures that persons who work for, are serviced by, or associated with, the Hospital receive the highest degree of courtesy possible.
- Adheres to established Hospital safety standards.
- Ensures department objectives are met.
- Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his / her unit.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Education : California Physical Therapy Assistant certification. Licensure : Current BLS / Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards. Experience : Two years' experience in Physical Therapy setting, one year in acute care. T he hourly rate for this position is $42.17 - $52.72.
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position. Job Specifications :
Salary : $42 - $53
