SUMMARY

Assists in the provision of screens, collection of assessment data, and direct treatment to a general rehab caseload under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist; Participates in the clinical team process; Provides teaching and training to care giver staff; Participates in clinical program development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include the following; however other duties may be assigned:

• Establishing efficiencies and goals in order to achieve department productivity of 90%
• Conducts patient/resident screens (without interpretation) as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist         
• Collects assessment data, as part of the evaluation process, as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist       
• Under a physician's orders, provides direct treatment to patients/residents as directed by and according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist where allowed by law; Treatment venue includes one-on-one, supervised and group.
• Maintains vital company clinical productivity at the basic level or higher and efficiency on an ongoing basis in collaboration with supervisor
• Documents patient/resident progress toward meeting established goals as stated in the treatment plan outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist-
• Provides training to patients, residents, caregivers and families according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising P.T                                
• Completes documentation of direct treatment provided within established time frames
• Prepares treatment materials and assists with other clerical duties as directed by the Physical Therapist
• Participates with the Physical Therapist in research projects, in-service training and public relations programs    
• Participates in quality improvement activities
• Responsible for service and operational excellence of all assigned activities to ensure the delivery of quality services and/or outcomes required to meet or exceed the expectations of those utilizing or impacted by the department .
• Participates and cooperates as an interdisciplinary team member in designing patient/resident care
• Exhibits courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, residents, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators, responsible parties and co-workers.
• The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed but not limited description of all the work requirements that may be involved in the position

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise the Rehab Tech, P.T. Aide, and/or Rehab Aide

QUALIFICATIONS:

Competency Statement(s)

• Creative - Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea.
• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Team Builder - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Education: Associates Degree from an APTA Accredited Program
• Certificates/Licenses/and/or Registrations, etc..: Active and valid Professional Licensure in the state of hire as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

• Experience and Skills: Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and electronic communication skills. Demonstrates proficiency in technology skills including current word processing and spreadsheet use. Demonstrates ability to utilize independent and effective clinical judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Utilizes effective time management skills. Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers. Strong organizational and analytical skills.

E.O.E.

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