Physical Therapist Assistant

Under the direction of the PT team lead, provides physical therapy services to patients following the plan of care established by a Physical Therapist.

Essential Functions: 

• Provides physician prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT.
• Instructs client and caregiver in treatment programs, precautions, and equipment use as necessary and documents client/caregiver demonstration of instructions provided.
• Prepares medical records, progress notes and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
• Is responsible to work within the guidelines and authorizations provided by the individual's insurance coverage, AND/OR Medicare guidelines.
• Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.
• Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician and according to the plan of care established by the PT.
• Consults with PT regarding change in treatment.
• Participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities as assigned
• Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.

Qualifications:

• Associates or better in Health Services Administration.
• Certification CPR.
• Lic Physical Therapy Asst.