Physical Therapy Assistant PRN FLT

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare system in Jackson, Mississippi, seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide essential treatment under supervision. In this full-time role, you will assist with evaluations, maintain patient records, and work closely with patients across diverse age groups. The ideal candidate will hold an Associate's degree and be certified as a PTA, ensuring quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and graduation from an accredited PTA program required.
• Ability to recognize individual patient needs based on medical conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing and evaluations.
• Carries out treatment programs as determined by the Physical Therapist.
• Maintains accurate records regarding patient responses to treatment techniques.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant PRN - Acute Care

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Job Description
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 and families the skills and techniques required for participation in Physical Therapy, adapting the instruction to meet their comprehension levels.
• Reports any changes in a patient's condition to the supervising Physical Therapist and assists in updating treatment plans.
• Maintains accurate records regarding patient responses to treatment techniques within medical records.
• Supervises Rehabilitation Technicians and Aides appropriately and maintains communication with physicians regarding patient treatment.
• Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings as needed.
• 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 a related environment is preferred.
• Special Skills: 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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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