Physical Therapy Assistant
northern arizona orthopaedicsPrescott Valley (AZ)
Physical Therapy Assistant
Posted 5 days ago
northern arizona orthopaedicsPrescott Valley (AZ)
Physical Therapist AssistantsOffices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists
SENIORITY
Mid
About the role
Physical Therapy Assistant The CORE Institute team is dedicated to making the lives of others better by practicing exceptional patient care. If you would like to be part of a dedicated, dynamic healthcare team in a challenging, rewarding environment, The CORE Institute is the right place for you to grow your career. The CORE Institute delivers integrated, comprehensive musculoskeletal and neurological care. The CORE Institute is built upon a foundation of pioneering research, academics, community service, and a passion for excellence in patient care. The organization continues to be a leader in payor-reform initiatives, and it is at the forefront of systems-based quality programs which drive value and improve the quality of patient care. As The CORE Institute continues to grow, we are looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant at our Prescott Valley Clinic. Please see below for the functions and requirements to be a Physical Therapy Assistant with The CORE Institute.
Essential Functions:
Establishes and maintains effective communication with physicians, staff, and other departments.
Executes plan of care within and in full compliance with state board recommendations and guidelines.
Responds to patient questions and inquiries as required to resolve problems and maintain high patient standards.
Documents care and other patient information for the medical record and per state practice act.
Fully integrated as the primary member of the treatment team for each case in caseload.
Complies with department policies and procedures and state regulations for OSHA and infection control.
Assists with training Physical Therapy Technicians.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Education:
Requires an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program and must be certified in the state of which physical therapist (PTA) practices.
Experience:
Minimum of one year experience in an out-patient Physical Therapy clinic or equivalent experience.
Requirements:
Current state PTA certification
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of physical therapy principles, standards, and practices.
- Knowledge of how to use the physical therapy equipment.
- Knowledge of company policies, OSHA, and infection control :Consistently using effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Skill in coaching successfully and communicating with a wide variety of learning styles.
- Critical communication skills.
- Skill in recognition of fall risk patients/high risk or non-compliance :Ability to communicate clearly and engage fully with providers, each patient, and any appropriate family members/support structures
- Ability to interpret appropriately physical therapy plan of care, participate in the development of progressions within the plan of care, and execution of the plan of care for every
to use effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to integrate and communicate fully in a team atmosphere to best support patients/clients and colleagues/co-workers.
Ability to work with and engage fully with patients of all ages, backgrounds, and ethnicities.
Ability to work with and support patients with a wide range of physical abilities.
Ability to use the computer system to document patient medical records.
Environmental Working Conditions:
Normal office environment.
Some travel within the community.
Physical/Mental Demands:
Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.
Requires occasional support all size patients in transfers.
Ability to lift 50 lbs. Demands of kneeling, squatting, overhead lifting.
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