Role Overview: Under supervision of a Physical Therapist, this position involves implementing treatment programs for patients across all ages, ensuring adherence to established physical therapy practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Self-assess, seek continuous learning, and share knowledge with colleagues.
- Communicate effectively with team members, patients, and families.
- Apply logical reasoning to identify and resolve problems.
- Assist in student training, complete assessments, and support educational activities.
- Foster teamwork, encourage input, and promote positive work relationships.
- Collect data, assist with patient evaluations, and monitor progress.
- Develop and execute exercise and treatment plans within patient capabilities, consulting regularly with the supervising therapist.
- Prepare documentation, aid in discharge planning, and educate patients on adaptive equipment use.
- Participate in evidence-based activities and contribute to department initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited program.
- Preferred experience as a Physical Therapy Aide or Assistant.
- Current licensure as a PTA with active, in-good-standing status.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, obtained within 90 days of start date.