Physical Therapist Assistant

United Medical Healthwest Rehabilitation Hospital; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

United Medical Healthwest Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the rehabilitation team. The role involves assisting in patient assessments, treatment planning, and documentation under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

The position emphasizes compassionate patient care and collaboration with staff. Requires an Associate Degree in PTA, Louisiana PTA licensure, and BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program or grandfathered PTA.
• Current Louisiana Physical Therapy Assistant licensure.
• BCLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides Physical Therapy Services to patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Assists in assessment, treatment planning, and documentation.
• Selects appropriate techniques/media in coordination with the Physical Therapist.
• Maintains patient care standards and participates in education of patient and staff.
• Records billable treatment times and contributes to program improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Louisiana PTA licensure

BCLS Certification

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category Therapy

Description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Embark on a Culture of Healing and Upliftment at UMRH

A Message from John E. Mills, President and Founder At United Medical Rehabilitation Hospitals, we believe in the sanctity of service to humankind. Our work is not merely a job but a ministry of healing and upliftment. Utilizing the modality of physical rehabilitation, we aim to transform those we serve from patients into trusted family members, focusing not just on their physical well-being but also their social, emotional, and spiritual health. We invite you to extend your hand in this noble endeavor, along with our dedicated staff, to guide our patients through their healing journey. About Us: United Medical Rehab Hospital (UMRH) Here at UMRH, we are on an unswerving mission to advance the human condition through a holistic approach to patient care. We operate on the principle that every action taken to uplift humankind is a form of ministry. Join us in actualizing this mission, and contribute your skills to a healthcare environment that values compassion, excellence, and a multi-faceted approach to well-being.

REPORTS TO: Physical Therapist

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

JOB OVERVIEW: Provides Physical Therapy services to patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in accordance with state regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:Provides Physical Therapy Services to patients by assisting in the assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication. Demonstrates competency in the following areas: Duties and Responsibilities.

a. Assists the Physical Therapist by obtaining objective data as regulated by LPTA.

b. Identifies indications for and assists in evaluations at appropriate intervals under the direction of the Physical Therapist.

c. Conducts both individual and group treatment as assigned by the Physical Therapist and outlined in the treatment plan that includes but is not limited to areas of muscle strength, coordination, mobility, sensory awareness, sitting and standing, transfer training, balance activities, gait training, range of motion activities and modalities.

d. Assists in the selection of Physical Therapy techniques/media and in the sequence of activities, adapts techniques/media as indicated by patient performance and following consultation with the Physical Therapist. No major modification to the treatment plan is made without prior consultation with the Physical Therapist.

e. Monitors patients' response to intervention and consults with Physical Therapist if medication is indicated.

f. Monitors patients' response to intervention and consults with Physical Therapist if medication is indicated.

g. Adheres to department and patient schedule and modifies as appropriate for treatment regimen.

h. Maintains acceptable patient care ratios as determined by the Physical Therapist

i. Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices or other equipment; trains patient, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of the above

j. Participates in patient, family, and staff education.

k. Confers formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient.

l. Adheres to Physical Therapy Department procedures regarding documentation of Physical Therapy services.

m. Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice, department procedures and productivity standards.

n. Records billable treatment times according to Physical Therapy Departmento. Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation and follow‑up of patient therapy programs

p. Maintains positive relationships and rapport with co-workers, patients, family members and facility personnel.

q. Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during assigned shift.

r. Assists with and participates in Performance Improvement Program as required.

s. Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.

t. Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.

u. Adheres to established confidentiality standard

v. Projects a positive and professional image at all times

w. Follows United Medical Hospitals' Corporate Compliance Code of Conduct as evidenced through practice, performance, and attendance of annual review programs/in-services

x. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the organization.

Education and Experience:

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program or grandfathered clause PTA. Current Louisiana Physical Therapy Assistant licensure.
• Current BCLS CertificationLanguage Skills:
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

OSHA: 0I-Position is considered to have opportunity for routine exposure to blood borne pathogens in the normal performance of job duties.1II- Position is considered to have occasional opportunity for exposure to blood borne pathogens in the normal performance of job duties.0III-Position is considered to have no occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens in the normal performance of job duties

.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit with intermittent standing, walking, crouching. Requires use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. May require occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds. A review of this position description may have excluded some of the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by their supervisors.I acknowledge that my employment relationship with United Medical Rehabilitation Hospital, unless otherwise provided in writing, shall be defined as 'employment at will', where either party may dissolve the relationship at any time.I have reviewed this job description and understand that it is my responsibility to perform up to the high standards set forth by United Medical Rehabilitation Hospital.

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time

Shift Various Shifts

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Location HW Healthwest

About the Organization What We Do

• Interdisciplinary Team Care - This is the official medical terminology for the treatment we provide. That means several people work together to restore lost abilities. Each person on the team is a 'discipline.'
• Physiatrist - The Medical Doctor who provides daily medical supervision of each patient and the treatment team.
• Physical Therapy - Physical Therapists are specialized in the improvement of mobility and balance, including the ability to transfer between bed and chair, and bath and toilet.
• Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapists are focused on the 'Activities of Daily Living' most of us take for granted until we can no longer perform them. Such activities include: getting dressed, eating, bathing and grooming.
• Speech Therapy - Speech Therapists treat communication problems, swallowing dysfunction, problem solving, and cognitive skill re-building.
• Medical Social Worker - Social Workers help solve the social needs of the patient and family during a course of treatment and after discharge.
• Rehabilitation Nursing - Rehabilitation Nurses provide 24/7 care including medication management, pain management, and daily assessment of physical condition.

This position is currently accepting applications.