Physical Therapist Assistant, Inpatient Brain Injury/Stroke - TIRR TMC

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to perform routine physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed physical therapist. Key responsibilities include documenting patient progress, supervising rehabilitation technicians, and providing training to students and interns.

Ideal candidates must be graduates from an accredited physical therapy program, with a current license and certification in Basic Life Support. The role requires effective communication skills and the ability to manage time efficiently while ensuring safe patient care.

Qualifikationen

• Must have a current license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Certification in Basic Life Support is required.
• Two years of experience in physical therapy.

Aufgaben

• Implement physical therapy treatment programs as directed by a physical therapist.
• Monitor patient conditions and progress towards treatment goals.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Physical dexterity

Patient monitoring

Time management

Ausbildung

Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant or a physical therapist program

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary

Performs routine physical therapy treatments according to patient treatment plans under the direction of a licensed physical therapist. Documents findings, progress and instruction to patients and caregivers. Assists with program development. Provides training and guidance to students and interns. Assists Director, Manager or Level III with department operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant or a physical therapist program
• Licenses/Certifications: Current license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission
• Current Certification in Basic Life Support
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
  • Two (2) years of experience.
  • Occasional/frequent lifting up to 75/100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting.
  • Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing.
  • The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics.

Principal Accountabilities

• Implements a physical therapy treatment program as described by a physical therapist’s written plan of care.
• Provides physical therapy services under the supervision of the PT, and treatments are modified only as allowed by the plan of care.
• Is able to demonstrate physical therapy skills competently.
• May screen patients for possible PT services under the direction of a PT.
• Monitors patient’s condition and progress towards treatment goals.
• Supervises rehabilitation technicians and others with regard to patient care.
• Motivates and instructs patient/caregiver using appropriate method.
• Communicates effectively with the supervising physical therapist, patient/caregiver and other professional colleagues to include physician and insurance companies.
• Manages time effectively.
• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.
• Serves as a clinical resource, mentor, and clinical instructor to staff, students, hospital, schools and/or the community in general.
• Actively pursues clinical expertise in specific treatment techniques or management of a particular patient population.
• Actively participates in organized system/facility/departmental committees and taskforces.
• Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
• Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.