Physical Therapy Assistant - Full Time
Description

NOTE: This position is assigned to the Rehabilitation Clinic in Greensboro


POSITION SUMMARY

Performs under the direction and supervision of the Manager of Support Operations/Physical Therapist

to meet clinic needs.


POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES- ESSENTIAL

This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks

performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of

the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

Promotes and has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical,

psychosocial, and developmental needs for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patient

Competently performs appropriate physical therapy techniques and procedures

Provides for continuity of patient care through written and verbal communication with other health care professionals

Makes recommendations for needed patient care equipment prior to patient discharge and assists with

acquisition of same as appropriate

Documents findings, patient progress, and all procedures performed within establishes time frames

Submits all patient billing at the end of each day

Instructs patients/family member in home programs

Demonstrates effective time management

Complies with quality improvement standards

Participates in assigned aspects of affiliated PT/PTA student training



ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Graduation from an approved PTA Program

Licensure: Active in-state PTA license

Minimum of 4 years experience in an Outpatient Care Facility

Current CPR Certification

Knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care which is age specific/appropriate for patients

served

Basic computer knowledge

Appropriate interpersonal skills to enable positive interactions with patients/families, and other health care professional