PRN COTA

Description

Purpose of Job Position
The Physical Therapist Assistant, under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, provides direct
rehab care in to patients upon completion of the evaluation and plan of care following all
regulatory and clinical practices requirements.
Job Function
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no
way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The
omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is
similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to standards of
practice as well as State standards
Provide rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients
with physical functioning disorders per regulatory and clinical practice requirements
under the supervision and direction of a Physical Therapist.
Evaluate mobility, strength and current level of patient function, while setting goals to
improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically obtainable
Work closely with patients, family members and other care team members to adequately
plan for patient needs, to include short term and long term goals
Administer various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan including but not limited
to: manual techniques; ambulation; therapeutic exercises; modalities; use of supportive
and assistive devices; etc. Under the supervision and direction of a Physical Therapist.
Assess patient’s progress and communicate with supervising Physical Therapist to adjust
treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice
requirements.
Report effectiveness of treatment outcomes to supervising Physical Therapist.
Provide consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other
service providers related to the physical disorders.
Effectively communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding
patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
Provide input to supervisor for discharge summary of services provided per regulatory
and clinical requirements.
Participation in required meetings including but not limited to: patient care conferences,
utilization review meetings, rehabilitation meetings, etc.
Chart appropriately and daily, to include therapy notes, treatment times and labor hours

Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions
Must utilize good body mechanics at all times
Must be able to make safe, independent decisions when circumstances arise
Must be knowledgeable of physical therapy policies and procedures as well as the laws
and regulations
Understands and complies with company policies
Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
Must demonstrate dependability and regular attendance
Must have excellent customer service, clinical skill, and communication and positive
attitude
Be able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds, safely transfer patients, and participate in staff
training related to safe patient handling
Must be able to work effectively and productively
Personnel Functions
Maintain an excellent working relationship within the Therapy team and cross
functionally
Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous
chemicals in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures governing accidents
and incidents
Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as
well as a calm environment throughout the facility
Staff Development
Attend and participate in continuing educational programs designed to keep you abreast
of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain any applicable licenses
Attend meetings and in-services as required
Complete assigned Relias training timely
Equipment and Supply Functions
Recommend to the DOR equipment and supply needs for the department
Make periodic rounds to check equipment and to assure that necessary equipment is
available and working properly
Clean equipment
Check supply rooms to assure that needed supplies are on hand
Ensure that all therapy equipment is operating in a safe manner
Ensure that therapy supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste
Ensure that appropriate cleaning supplies are on hand to perform necessary clean-up
Care Plan and Assessment Functions
Assist in the development of preliminary and comprehensive assessments of the therapy
needs of each patient
Develop and maintain a good rapport with all services involved with the care plan to
ensure that a team effort is achieved in developing a comprehensive plan of care

Resident Rights
Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information
Know and practice the Center’s policy on patient/residents rights
Miscellaneous
Be sure that appropriate protective clothing/devices are on hand and used for handling
infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids
Flexibility with schedule to cover the needs of the department
Working Conditions
Works in the Therapy gym, patient rooms, in offices, as well as throughout the Center
Move continuously during working hours
Is subject to frequent interruptions
Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under
all conditions and circumstances
Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset patient, family members, etc.
Communicate with the medical staff, nursing services, and other department supervisors
Work beyond normal working hours, on weekends and in other positions temporarily,
when necessary

Subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-
disaster, etc.)

Subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the day, as
well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, and other air contaminants
Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc.,
May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals
Specific Requirements
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such
action
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients, family members,
visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public
Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to
handle patients based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning
Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to
incorporate them into existing services
Must be able to relate information concerning a patient’s condition
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)
Must be able to move continuously throughout the work day
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to
function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met

Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to
work effectively with patients, personnel and support agencies
Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at
times, hostile people within the facility
Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds. Requires pushing, pulling, lifting, kneeling,
squatting, crawling, stooping, bending, walking and the ability move freely from one
position to another
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations
Education and Certification Requirement
Current PTA License/Certification
CPR/BLS Certification

Qualifications

Salary : $30 - $35