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Position Summary

:

Works under the direction and supervision of

the physical therapist. The physical therapist assistant implements selected

components of patient interventions (treatment), obtains data related to the

interventions provided, and makes modifications in selected interventions

either to progress the patient as directed by the physical therapist or to

ensure patient safety and comfort.

JobSpecific Duties and Responsibilities:

1.

Implements

the individualized plan of care as established by the physical therapist.

2.

Adjusts

treatment interventions in response to patient feedback, objective data and

observation within the established plan of care. Identifies need for changes in

plan of care and communicates with supervising physical therapist.

3.

Assists

the physical therapist with managing the established discharge plan throughout

treatment.

4.

Supervises

and delegates to ancillary staff and students consistent with state laws and

department policy.

5.

Completes

legible, accurate, and clear documentation within the established timeframe

identified in the department policy and procedure and in accordance with

accreditation requirements and insurance regulations.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapist

assistant program.

• Current state Board of Physical Therapist

Assistant licensure.

• BLS certification.

Preferred:

• One (1) year of physical therapist assistant experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.