The Physical Therapy Assistant, under the direction of a Physical Therapist, implements Physical Therapy treatment programs to facilitate patients' maximum functional level of independence. Physical Therapy services include, but are not limited to: muscle strengthening and balance exercises, gait safety awareness and endurance training, application of physical agents, neuromuscular reeducation, postural control and sensorimotor training, pain management and mobilizations.
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Implements therapy treatment plans as designated by supervising Physical Therapist.
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Completes relevant documentation and record keeping of delivered services and non-patient documentation with consultation with other disciplines and services.
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Carries out adapted programs and activities outlined by Physical Therapist to facilitate maximum functional outcome of patient enabling them to safely return to a home/work environment.
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Consults with other internal and external team members, disciplines and services, to progress patient's rehabilitation.
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Educates and instructs patients, family members, caregivers, staff or team members on skills and techniques required for patients to attain maximum functional outcomes.
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Educates in the use and application of assistive devices, special equipment, splints and orthotics.
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Attends and participates in patient care, staff conferences and other related meetings or home/ workplace visits.
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Prepares, cleans and ensures proper working order of patient care equipment. Reports repair needs or maintenance to appropriate department per policy.
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Supervises support personnel, Rehabilitation technicians and transporters, in accordance with state and professional standards.
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Displays competency for age-specific group: newborn to geriatrics.
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Adheres to FHN policies, procedures and PRIDE Standards.
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Displays competency for the Physical Therapist Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards.
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Supervises students and volunteers.
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Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
Education: Associate’s Degree of Applied Science in Physical Therapy
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Current BLS
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Current licensure or board eligible as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Illinois
Physical Requirements:
Activity
Never
Rarely
Occasionally
Frequently
Constantly
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements
X
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements
X
Lifting/Carrying (Non-Patient)
Lifting/Carrying (Patient)
While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups.
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Neonate (< 30 days)
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Infant (< 1 year old)
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Early Childhood (1 year and < 5 years old)
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Late Childhood (5 years and < 13 years old)
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Adolescent (13 and < 17 years old)
- Young Adult (17 to < 30 years old)
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Middle Adult (30 years to < 60 years old)
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Older Adult (> 60 years old)
While performing this job, the employee does not care for patients in the following age groups.
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No direct responsibility to treat or care for patients
Serves patients in areas other than direct patient care
