Title: | Physical Therapist Assistant |
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ID: | 1039 Triangle |
Department: | Operations |
Principal Activities:
10% |
Clerical |
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Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department |
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Assists in preparation of departmental records |
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Assists in care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
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Conducts or participates in training medical and nursing personnel in physical therapy techniques and objectives.
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Maintains established department policies, procedures, objectives, and quality assurance, safety. |
85% |
Patient Care |
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Implements physical therapy treatment according to the written plan of care |
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Applies modalities to patients. |
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Prepares treatment areas, patients, and equipment for treatment |
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Assists physical therapist during patient testing and evaluations |
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Monitors patient progress and treatment |
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Directs physical therapy technicians |
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Coordinates with other service areas to ensure proper patient care. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. |
5% |
Professional Development |
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Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep current in latest trends in fields of expertise. |
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Attends meetings as required |
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Maintains good relations with patients, medical staff, and other departments as well as other hospitals and health care facilities that use the service. |
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Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. |