Physical Therapy Assistant PRN - Acute Care

FMOLHS; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Jackson, MS, seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant PRN - Acute Care to support licensed Physical Therapists by providing treatment protocols to meet patient goals. Responsibilities include assisting in patient evaluations, maintaining treatment records, and educating patients and families on rehabilitation techniques. Qualified candidates must have an Associate's degree and be certified as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Mississippi. This role offers flexible scheduling, requiring availability during the week.

Qualifications

• Must have training or experience in healthcare settings.
• Ability to adapt techniques to meet patient comprehension levels.
• Recognize patients' needs based on conditions and age.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist during evaluations and patient procedures.
• Maintain departmental policies and quality assurance standards.
• Supervise Rehabilitation Technicians and Aides.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Adaptive device fitting

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant PRN - Acute Care

Jackson, MS, United States

Job Description

*MUST BE AVAILABLE DURING THE WEEK Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy treatment as established by the Physical Therapist to meet specific measurable goals. Reports to Clinical Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and procedures.
• Carries out a treatment program for assigned patients, as determined by the evaluation performed by the Physical Therapist.
• Designs and fits adaptive devices such as orthotics, mobility aids and tools based on patient disability and rehabilitation needs.
• Teaches patients/family the skills and techniques required for participation in Physical Therapy, adapting the instruction and techniques to meet the comprehension level of the patients/family.
• Reports any changes in a patient's condition to the supervising Physical Therapist and assists in updating treatment plans.
• Maintains adequate records within the medical record regarding patient responses to treatment techniques.
• Supervises Rehabilitation Technicians and Aides appropriately. Maintains communication with physicians, via verbal and written reports, regarding patient treatment.
• Supervises Rehabilitation Technicians and Aides appropriately.
• Conducts or participates in Inservice training as needed for other hospital personnel.
• Participates in educational programs and Inservice meetings.
• Attends meetings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Education: Associate's degree and graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required.

Experience: Prior training or experience in related environment is preferred.

Special Skills: Employee must demonstrate ability to recognize patients' individual needs based on medical conditions, age (infants, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, middle-aged and geriatric), limitations and planned procedures.

License/Cert: Must be certified as a PTA. Mississippi state licensure as required.