Description:
Selects and applies interventions to support treatment plan as evidenced by goal achievement. Consults with physical therapist regarding referrals for other services needed, as well as patient status.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited school
- Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Texas
- BLS Certification
- One (1) or more years of previous experience working with a variety of patients of all ages is preferred; previous experience with a variety of physical disabilities is preferred
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides age-appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Documents the course of patient care.
- Informs physical therapist of patient’s progress and possible discharge from services.
- Participates in continuing educational/professional development activities.
- Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
- Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
- Ensures that patient changes are accurate and entered on a timely basis.
- Maintains records pertinent to the staff and operation of the department.
- Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
- Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.
- Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.
- Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function in stressful situations. Works effectively with others.
- Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
- Consults other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
- Meets current documentation standards and policies.
- Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.
- Functions as a resource for and provides team members with in-service cross-training on physical therapy knowledge and skills areas.
- Participates in educational programs and fulfillment of departmental requirements relating to hospital-wide in-services such as BLS, fire/safety, and infection control.
- Contributes to the development of improved efficiency and productivity of rehab services such as positive suggestions/solutions, quality improvement, offering to assist team functions, cost-effective provision of services and maintaining equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
- Support CMH’s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy
- Adhere to the CMH Compliance Program
- Assures/maintains compliance with all accreditations, statutory and regulatory standards at the local, state, and federal levels
- Maintains in status, licenses/certifications, and memberships in applicable professional organizations
- Participates in department meetings by attending team business meetings and offering ideas/solutions in problem solving situations/activities
- Comply with all organizational policies.
- Demonstrate outstanding customer service/advocacy, professionalism, and integrity
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Strong reasoning/critical thinking skills
- Excellent time management, collaboration, prioritization and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
- Willingness to adapt to change and support new technologies as well as policies and procedures in a positive manner
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
- High-stress environment
- Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions
- Pushing and pulling heavy objects
- Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients
- Position requires moderate to heavy lifting of 50+lbs.
- Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing
- Mental demands include alertness, analytic ability, memory, concentration, judgment, initiative, precision, creativity and communication.
