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    Physical Therapy Assistant Home Care - Leonardtown, United States - Medstar

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    Medstar Leonardtown, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    General Summary of PositionMedStar Health is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant PV t o join our team As a Physical Therapy Assistant PV , you will provide physical therapy treatment as directed by the physical therapist and in accordance with agency standards, the laws and regulations governing the provision of physical therapy services in the State of Maryland, District of Columbia, or Virginia, and other regulatory requirements.

    Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro re gion, also recognized as one of the \"Healthiest Maryland Businesses\".

    Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career movePrimary Duties:
    Assists the patient and caregiver to plan adequately for discharge.

    Helps the patient's physical therapist prepare an adequate discharge plan that would include referrals to appropriate community resources ( e.g., outpatient therapy, day care, driver's education) when needed.

    Assists the physical therapist in assessing the patient's environment and recommending adaptive equipment and/or home modifications that will maximize the patient's functional abilities and safety.

    Assists in attaining items reimbursable as orthotics/prosthetics or durable medical equipment.

    Communicates with supervisor as scheduled and needed regarding issues related to the delivery of rehab services and individual patient care.

    Communicates with the rehab department regarding the patient load, scheduling problems, vacation coverageMaintains effective working relationships with other departments and participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.

    Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and agency in community outreach efforts. Enhances growth and development and enriches personal knowledge and skill through participation in educational programs and affiliations.

    Maintains ongoing communication with the patient's physical therapist, physician, health care team, and other individuals as needed r egarding aspects of care and patient's status.

    Provides information to the patient regarding functional status and progress towards goals. Duties may include interview, observation, palpation, tests, and measurements including goniometry, taking vital signs, and circumferential measurements.

    Such duties require tools (e.g., goniometer, sphygmomanometer, stethoscope) and the possession of sight and hearing senses or prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately.

    Provides medical record entries according to agency standards, professional guidelines, and regulatory requirements for the reimbursement of physical therapy services.

    Ninety-five percent accuracy on technical audit.

    Provides patient and/or caregiver written educational material as directed by the physical therapist regarding the injury/disease process, functional limitations, and the purpose of treatment interventions, in addition to, training in aspects of care the patient/caregiver will need to manage after discharge.

    Provides physical therapy services in accordance with the treatment plan ( established by the physical therapist), agency standards, and other professional and regulatory guidelines.

    Performs procedures and modalities, including therapeutic exercise, functional mobility training, gait training, heat/cold application, and ultrasound.


    Qualifications:
    Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) program.1-2 years' clinical experience.

    Physical Therapist Assistant License to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia or any combination based on work location(s).BLS (Basic Life Support).Valid State Driver's License in good standing.

    \r Why MedStar Health? At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other.

    We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered.

    We live up to this promise through:
    \r\r Strong emphasis on teamwork-our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark. \r Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity-we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization. \r Comprehensive total rewards package-including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more. \r More career opportunities closer to home-as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations. \r\r About MedStar Health MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
    MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees.

    We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations.

    MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws.

    If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.



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