Physical Therapist Assistant

Hrs Description: Monday to Friday: 9: 00 to 5:30 ; Duties: Job Summary: Implements plan of care as provided by the physical therapist, treating patients of all ages. Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.

Job Responsibilities: -Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods. -Follows the therapist's plan of care. -Adjusts the treatment based on patient response and available evidence only after communicating with the evaluating therapist and documenting that communication in the daily note. -Produces documentation in accordance with the Clinical Documentation Policy (CTSCP67). -If applicable, completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements. -Follows treatment plan of care established by PT Provides treatment interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, ultrasound. -Administers electrical stimulation treatment Provides therapeutic exercise in the water (aquatic therapy). -Completes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR Coordinates with PT on patient treatment interventions. -Communicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations.

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