Mary Free Bed
Healthcare
PhysicalTherapyAssistant
“Physical Therapy Assistant at Mary Free Bed. Skills: Physical therapy services, Patient care, Treatment planning, Documentation. Provides physical therapy services as assigned by, and under the supervision of, a physical therapist. Keeps treatment skills updated through continuing education, evidence-based research, and program development”
What You'll Achieve.
Achieve outstanding clinical outcomes; Restoring hope and freedom through rehabilitation; Promote patient/family satisfaction
Industry & Context.
Identifying problems and seeking solutions
Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned department, Physical Requirements: Remain in a stationary position: None, Traverse or move around work location: Occasionally, Use keyboard: None, Operate or use department specific equipment: None, Ascend/Descend equipment or ladder: None, Position self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role: Frequently, Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding: Frequently, Transport, position, and/or exert force: Up to 10 pounds: Majority, Up to 25 pounds: Frequently, Up to 50 pounds: Frequently, Up to 75 pounds: Frequently, More than 100 pounds: Occasionally
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program, Licensure with the State of Michigan, Possesses and maintains BLS certification
What You'll Do.
Provides physical therapy services as assigned by
and under the supervision of
Keeps treatment skills updated through continuing education
evidence-based research
and program development
Perform job responsibilities in accordance with the program’s strategic objectives and goals
Provides patient care
and services within the scope of their license
certification or registration and as required by law and regulation
Assists the physical therapist in treatment planning and conducting evaluation procedures
Assists the physical therapist in treating patients utilizing modalities
and functional activities
Provides verbal and/or written feedback to the physical therapist regarding all significant observations or changes in the patient's condition
and response to treatment
Assists the physical therapist in determining equipment and supply needs and may participate in the acquisition and inventory of these items
Functions as primary therapist in treatment of patient following evaluation and direction of physical therapist
Document’s patient’s status and progress according to established internal/external time standards and adherence to reimbursement guidelines
Communicates with others to integrate physical therapy treatment with all aspects of patient care
Participates in conferences/discussions and exchange of written records with other interdisciplinary team members as directed by the physical therapist to integrate physical therapy treatment plan
Instructs the patient and the family in physical therapy procedures as part of providing patient and family education including written instructions as necessary
Participates in various meetings and in-services as designated
Follows all hospital policy and procedures including but not limited to patient confidentiality and infection control
Meets or exceeds program productivity expectations
Provides discipline specific coverage (following cross training) within the Mary Free Bed system as requested
Supports program operations as assigned
Functions as patient advocate
Demonstrates competence in relevant software and hardware required to meet job responsibilities
Adheres to the Mary Free Bed Standards of Behavior when working with patients
coworkers and members of the community
Serves as clinical instructor for physical therapist assistant students
and evaluates skills of students and volunteers
Communicates with participating universities regarding skill levels of students
Functions as a resource person in area of expertise
Participates in program development and/or research activities as assigned
Participates in orientation and training of new staff
Assists in maintaining clean and orderly treatment areas
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Inter-disciplinary approach; Communicates with others to integrate physical therapy treatment with all aspects of patient care; Participates in conferences/discussions and exchange of written records with other interdisciplinary team members as directed by the physical therapist to integrate physical therapy treatment plan; Trust in each other; Teamwork; Direct communication with co-workers
Communication Scope
Provides verbal and/or written feedback to the physical therapist; Communicates with others to integrate physical therapy treatment with all aspects of patient care; Instructs the patient and the family in physical therapy procedures; Communicates with participating universities regarding skill levels of students; Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding
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