physical therapy assistant - Traverse City, MI , USA, United States - Munson Healthcare

    Munson Healthcare
    Munson Healthcare Traverse City, MI , USA, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    SUMMARY

    The Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for deliver ing treatment and physical interventions for patients under a care plan established by a physical therapist .


    ENTRY REQU IREMENTS
    Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assist ant Program.

    Previous clinical experience desirable, but not mandatory.


    ORGANIZATION
    Reports to Coordinator of Physical Therapy . May receive direction from the Rehab Service Line Director


    AGE OF PATIENTS SERVED
    Cares for patients in the age categor y(s) checked below:

    X All ages (birth & above)


    SPECIFIC DUTIES

    • Supports the Mission, Vision and Values of Munson H ealthcare .
    • Embraces and supports the Performance Improvement philosophy of Munson Healthcare with a focus on True North.
    • Promotes pers onal and patient safety.
    • Uses effective customer service/interpersonal skills at all times.
    • Implements the plan of care and performs treatment using techniques, procedures and devices in a therapeutic and effective manner within the parameters of the pla n and goals outlined by the physical therapist.
    • Collaboratively , with a licensed Physical Therapist , establishes and implements a discharge plan.
    • Educates patients/caregivers regarding the course of treatment, the proper use of assistive devices and safe ty.
    • May provide rehabilitation related education and in-service education to the other hospital staff.
    • Provides supervision to the rehab aides during clinical treatment .
    • Keeps medical records up to date, complete and in accordance with department and ho spital guidelines.
    • Records daily charges accurately and promptly per department process.
    • Attends department staff meetings and participates in process improvement committees.
    • Meets productivity standards of the department.
    • Must be able to meet the phys ical demands of the job including, but not limited to: standing, ambulating and transferring of sometimes heavy patients; pushing heavy patients in wheelchairs, bending to help patients transferring or ambulating, etc.
    • Performs other duties and responsib ilities as assigned.