Physical Therapy Assistant Outpatient

GBMC HealthCare; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role includes implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, and educating patients and caregivers on exercises and safe mobility.

Responsibilities involve communicating patient status with the PT, assisting with equipment and devices, and coordinating with rehab staff to ensure quality care and adherence to the plan of care.

Qualifications

• AA degree from an accredited PT Assistant program.
• Ability to follow treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and alert the supervising PT to status changes.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to schedule patients efficiently and manage a caseload per productivity standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Implement treatment plans and document progress.
• Communicate changes to plan of care to the PT.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and safety.
• Assist with equipment fitting and use of assistive devices.
• Coordinate with rehab techs/volunteers for support tasks.
• Maintain knowledge of therapy practice through continuing education.
• Participate in discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Knowledge of physical therapy theories

Written and oral communication

Treatment plan adherence

Patient progress monitoring

Customer service

Time management

Caregiver training

Organization

Education

AA degree from accredited PT Assistant program

Tools

EMR navigation

Job description

Under general supervision of a physical therapist, assists patients in reaching maximum physical potential, in accordance with the Maryland Physical Therapy Practice Act, treats patients using appropriate therapeutic interventions and participates in team and interdisciplinary meetings.Education AA degree from an accredited PT Assistant program.ExperienceNone requiredSkillsKnowledge of Physical therapy theories, practices, and standardsSkill in using written and oral communicationsSkill in following treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and alerting the supervising physical therapist to status changesAbility to demonstrate excellent customer service skillsAbility to prioritize and schedule patients utilizing time efficientlySkill in organizationAbility to utilize standardized tests to support documentationAbility to manage an average caseload per productivity standards setBasic computer skills and ability to learn EMR navigationLicensures, CertificationsCurrent Maryland license as a Physical Therapist Assistant.Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification).Physical RequirementsAbility to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to seventy-five percent (75%) of work time when administering treatments, observing patients and maintaining records or dealing with staff. Ability to stand and walk > 60% or the time. Ability to lift 30 lbs.Working ConditionsNormal patient care environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperatures, and the like.Ability to perform work while using personal protective equipment (PPE).Conditions of EmploymentCurrent Maryland license as a Physical Therapist AssistantHealthcare Provider (CPR certification) Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesPatient care TreatmentTreatmentProvides objective information for the physical therapist in the accordance with the physical therapy plan of care and goalsImplements treatment in accordance with the plan of care & goals established by the PT Evaluation and documents treatment program and goal progress. Consults with the Physical Therapist when changes to plan of care or goals are requiredImplements appropriate therapeutic interventions, progressing treatment plan and teaching patients/caregivers activities to reinforce therapeutic interventions, providing/fitting appropriate assistive devices and recognizing patient distress signals, which need follow-upDocuments treatment plans and progress; records data required for statistics, productivity, billing, performance improvement program, etc. as appropriateUtilizes the assistance of rehab techs and volunteers for housekeeping, transportation and physical assistance, does not utilize the rehab tech in a context that could be interpreted as providing supervisionMaintains current knowledge of therapy practice through continuing educationConsistently provides both written and verbal patient educationClinical CollaborationInforms Physical Therapist, MD, RN and Discharge Planner of patient’s status and progress towards goals through documentation or direct communication, documents communications with Physical Therapist regarding changes in patient status, treatment plan, or discharge plan, communicates equipment needs and any changes/updates to original D/C plan to the discharge planner and RNCommunicates with patient/caregiver to allay anxieties, seek input and elicit cooperation, trains and educates caregivers to assist patients with exercise program, maintain precautions and demonstrate safe functional mobilityParticipates in discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team, recommending appropriate assistance and continuation of the rehabilitation process as neededDepartmental InitiativesReceptive to change in promoting & complying with departmental initiatives.Team WorkDemonstrates flexibility with schedule to accommodate follow-up treatmentsIdentifies and communicates issues related to the working environment to PT/PTA Mentor/ Program ManagerUtilizes chain of command effectively to promote cohesion and teamworkProfessional Growth and DevelopmentIndependently recognizes own clinical imitations and seeks advice/educationActively seeks advice and incorporates feedback from PT mentor/ Program ManagerUtilizes evidence base research for clinical practice and documentationPerformance ImprovementAdheres to performance Improvement/ LDM requirements per department planLeadership CollaborationWorks with PT/PTA Mentor/ Program Manager to resolve unit issues/ problems, developing resolutions and following up with both departmental staff and unitFiscal AccountabilityDemonstrates proficiency in proper billing and codingUtilizes time management skills to increase productivity, meets productivity standards setActively seeks advice and demonstrates incorporation of feedback for performance improvementAll roles must demonstrate GBMC ValuesGBMC ValuesValue DescriptionRespectI will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacyListens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilitiesExcellenceI will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.Meets and/or exceeds customer expectationsActively pursues learning and self-developmentPays attention to detail; follows throughAccountabilityI will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.Sets a positive, professional example for othersTakes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve themAppropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job dutiesReports to work regularly and on timeTeamworkI will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the teamAddresses and resolves conflict in a positive waySeeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutionsAcknowledges and celebrates the contribution of othersEthical BehaviorI will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgmentRespects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkersResultsI will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.Embraces change and improvement in the work environmentContinuously seeks to improve the quality of products/servicesDisplays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstaclesAchieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficientlyPay Range$24.84 - $40.72Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.Equal Employment OpportunityGBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.