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Physical Therapist Assistant
Jefferson County Health Center —Fairfield, IA
- PRN
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
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Woodland Health and Rehabilitation —Mount Pleasant, IA
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Geriatrics
- Continuing education credits
- Health insurance
Physical Therapist Assistant - Ottumwa, IA
FOX Rehabilitation —Ottumwa, IA
- $21.63 - $31.25 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Physical Therapist Assistant (Part-Time)
Select Physical Therapy —Ottumwa, IA
- $24 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
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Physical Therapist Assistant
Millennium Therapy —Ottumwa, IA
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN, Med/Surg
Lifepoint Rehabilitation —Ottumwa, IA
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Hospital
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
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Physical Therapist Assistant

Jefferson County Health Center -
Fairfield, IA

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Job Details

Qualifications

Collaborate with healthcare professionals
Associate's degree in physical therapist assistant
Program development
Direct client contact
Employee relationship building
Care documentation
Clinical case management notes
Driver's License
Cost reduction
Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning
Equipment maintenance
Patient progress monitoring
Patient interaction
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Care plan implementation
Associate's degree
Physical therapy patient education
Therapy progress note documentation
Patient family support

Full Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW (non exempt):

The physical therapy assistant follows through with treatment plans established by the physical therapist for patients/clients referred for physical therapy services; treats, monitors, and provides ongoing assessment of patients/clients; performs all necessary paperwork/reports; maintains communication with supervising physical therapist, patients/clients, patient/client family, caregiver, physician and contract site staff; presents in-services; and other diverse duties as requested or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate’s degree (A.A.) in Physical Therapy Assistant
Physical Therapy Assistant board certification and licensure according to state regulations.
Supervisor's license as required by state.
Valid Driver's license.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one settings to patients/clients, family, caregivers, facility, staff, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to relate positively, professionally, and cooperatively with others.
Ability to perform the essential work functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Reports to Therapy Services Manager; Physical Therapist

DIRECT REPORTS:

None

POSITION-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Implement treatment plans established by the supervising physical therapist.
Inform the supervising physical therapist of any significant change in patients’/clients’ medical status, condition, complexity and/or acuity, which may necessitate changes to established treatment plans.
Provide recommendations to the supervising physical therapist on treatment plan adjustments when necessary to progress patients/clients or discontinue services.
Prepare necessary documentation including daily notes and logs in a timely manner according to federal, state and facility-specific rules and regulations.
Consult with other members of the therapy team to help develop treatment programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of the patient/client and to coordinate comprehensive services delivery.
Develop effective home programs to maintain and enhance patient/client performance in his/her environment.
Understand and comply with supervisory rules and regulations required by the state of employment.
Perform clerical duties such as answering the phone, taking messages, inventory checks, form completion, and insurance authorization tracking.
Present a positive service-oriented approach with patients/clients, family, caregivers, facility, staff, and co-workers at all times.
Assist with orientation of new staff, volunteers, and students.
Assist with equipment maintenance and monitor supply inventory.
Demonstrate ongoing commitment to reducing costs and improving productivity in the therapy department.
Demonstrate the ability to handle changing schedule of patients/clients.
Maintain positive working relationships with the healthcare team, patient/client, family, and caregiver.
Assist with Quality Assurance reports and records.
Assist with development of programs.
Understand and comply with Jefferson County Health Center policies and procedures, including but not limited to, universal precautions, safety, risk, and emergency.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Works in a well-illuminated, climate-controlled environment
May come in contact with hazardous chemical or treatment modalities
Possibility exists of exposure to communicable diseases
Involvement in inpatient care may result in unavoidable work-related illness or injury
Work environment is comfortable, with minimal exposure to physical hazards
Moderate to loud noise environment when machines/equipment in use
Involvement in checking in/moving of supplies may result in unavoidable work-related injury
Must be constantly alert for patient/family emergency situations

Location: Jefferson County Health Center · Rehabilitation Services
Schedule: Occasional/PRN, Days

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