Physical Therapy Assistant

Regional One Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional One Health seeks a dedicated Rehab Therapy team member to assist under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will prepare patients, implement treatment plans, and provide gait training and exercise guidance to support recovery.

The role includes documenting progress, coordinating with the care team, and ensuring patient safety and privacy in a compassionate setting. Training and supervision of students may be involved.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients and performs treatment procedures per plan.
• Directs and coordinates individual treatments and exercises.
• Provides instruction to patients and families on devices and gait training.
• Maintains patient records and documentation per policy.
• Supports therapist and students during training.
• Ensures safe environment and adheres to HIPAA and safety policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Manual dexterity

Patient communication

Job description

Under supervision of Physical Therapist, performs treatments and provides exercise instruction and demonstration for patients in accordance with established polices and procedures.

What You Will Do

• Prepares patients and performs treatment procedures in accordance with the principles and practices of Physical and Rehab Therapy. * Directs and coordinates individual treatments and exercises to maintain and restore strength endurance, coordination and range of motion by following a treatment plan for each patient evaluated by the Physical Therapist. * Performs delegated treatment procedures such as * gait training * exercise * therapeutic exercise * therapeutic modalities of heat, electricity and mechanical traction * paraffin * Encourages and motivates patients to participate in the treatment program by discussing and explaining their treatment goals and objectives. * Observes and assists with tests to determine patient’s functional level in performing activities of daily living. * Observes reactions and responses of patients to physical therapy treatment and reports observations to Physical Therapist. * Provides instruction to patients/families concerning proper use of wheelchairs, crutches, canes, braces and prosthetic appliance and devices to include gait training and functional training. * Lifts, positions and transports patients utilizing proper technique and equipment. * Accompanies and remains with patient for clinical test or procedures in other departments/areas. * Provides documentation of progress notes and discharge summaries by department policy. * Transports charts, equipment, specimen and supplies. * Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care, maintain clinical competency and meet age-specific patient needs in a caring, compassionate and sensitive manner.
• Prepares and maintains required records, reports and files for administrative and compliance purposes. Maintains patient medical records; documents patient status and care given; performs charting duties; records activities and observations. Utilizes patient computer systems to enter and retrieve data.
• Interacts and communicates in a customer responsive and courteous manner in compliance with iRESPECT standards and promoting patient/customer satisfaction. Works collaboratively with medical/hospital staff and patients to coordinate and implement patient care activities.
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations and notifies appropriate personnel.
• Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family, department and hospital information. Adheres to established department and organization policies (i.e. HIPAA, Confidentiality, and Compliance Policies).
• Provides support to therapist and other ancillary personnel to complete the initial and ongoing assessments of patients and to provide clinical assistance as needed. Assists in the orientation and supervision of students when they provide patient care, treatment and services as part of their training.
• Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements. * Attends staff meetings, all mandatory in-service and additional continuing education as required. * Responds to problems/opportunities to improve care. * Supports and participates in the organization’s Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Assists in care and maintenance of equipment, instruments and supplies. Reports malfunctioning equipment and documents need for repair/maintenance, notifying manager as appropriate.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients and personnel. Adheres to established policies, compliance/quality improvement with consideration given to risk management, infection control and patient safety, practices.
• Provides coverage for relief and absences as required. Demonstrates flexibility to work weekends and holidays to maintain required coverage of the Rehab Department.