PTA-PRN

Do you like to help people improve their mobility and reduce their pain? We are seeking someone to join our team as a PRN PTA. Apply today!

Job Summary:

Assists the Physical Therapist with rehabilitative activities to help reduce pain and improve mobility.  Assists in exercise instruction and demonstration, patient evaluation and testing. Assists the Physical Therapist in the evaluation and assessment of the needs of referred patients and helps in formulating treatment plans.  Provides therapy services in accordance with a defined written treatment plan.  Within level of experience and training, plans and implements medically prescribed specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practice of physical therapy.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

1. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, evaluates patients by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional abilities test.
2. Assist in the treatment of patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means.
3. From observation, document, to the physician, case manager or adjuster, the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient’s condition.
4. Instruct patient in care and use of durable medical equipment, exercise equipment, prosthetic and/or orthotic devises.
5. Provide instructions regarding the patient’s care and total therapy program with the patient’s family and/or friends as directed by the patient.
6. Prepare and dictates evaluations, progress notes, plan of care, and discharge summaries in accordance with company policy and guidelines.
7. Review, sign and date all documentation within company policy and guidelines.
8. Demonstrates continued development/improvement of skills through:

1. • Formal or Self-education
   • Seminars/Workshops
   • Professional Memberships
   • Reading/Reference Material

9. Through delegation of Physical Therapist assists in the supervision of Physical Therapy Aides.

10. Will participate in weekly case conference with the Physical Therapists to discuss the patient’s progress, update treatment and goals as appropriate, and establish a discharge plan. Minimum of at least every 30-calendar days.

11. Through action displays major concern and interest in the company’s well-being dealing with both tangible and intangible matters

HOURS/LOCATION: Per Requested Need (PRN) – Memorial Hospital

Job Specifications:

Education Requirements:

1. Requires an associate’s degree from an accredited program
2. Certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant
3. Licensed and registered in the state to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Pertinent Skills Required:

1. Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
2. Possess an attitude that is positive, adaptable to change.  View problems as a challenge not an obstacle and develop solutions.
3. Must be able to attend to multiple tasks that are at times sensitive and stressful.
4. Must be TEAM oriented and in all cases, strive to not only meet, but also exceed the expectations of the patient – earning their respect, trust and loyalty.