Physical Therapist

Workstream; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Workstream operates in Tucson, AZ, seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide PT services under the supervision of a licensed PT and per the physician’s plan of care.

The role supports patients by guiding therapeutic exercises, using modalities, and ensuring proper documentation. Candidates must be licensed where the HHA is located, have completed a CAPTE-approved program, and hold current CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed where the HHA is located if licensure is required.
• Graduated from a CAPTE-approved PT assistant program and passed national exam for PT assistants. Possesses and maintains CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and physician's plan of care.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, gait and functional training, and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents (heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound, massage).
• Observes and reports patient reactions and changes in condition to the PT and organization staff.
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic/orthotic devices.
• Maintains records and clinical notes in the patient’s chart within prescribed timeframes.
• Participates in Home Care Team meetings and in-service Education Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Licensed PT assistant

CPR certification

Education

CAPTE-approved PT assistant program

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The physical therapist assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1.Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
• 2.Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• 3.Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• 4.Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• 5.Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
• 6.Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• 7.Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
• 8.Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization in-service Education Program.
• 9.Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• 1.A PT assistant must be licensed where the HHA is located if licensure is required.
• 2.Must have graduated from a PT assistant program approved by CAPTE and have passed a national examination for PT assistants. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working.

Sacred Heart Home Healthcare provides high quality health care through individualized, compassionate service. At the heart of care services, you will find a deep appreciation and understanding of the special needs of our more mature patients. We believe strongly in the dignity and value of the human soul. All of our services focus on quality care and quality of life