Physical Therapy Assistant PRN FLT

St. Dominic Hospital; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Key responsibilities include implementing treatment plans for patients, maintaining compliance with departmental standards, and supervising Rehabilitation Technicians. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively with patients and assist in their rehabilitation process. This position is crucial for delivering quality physical therapy services to enhance patient recovery.

Qualifications

• Experience in physical therapy or a related field preferred.
• Strong communication skills for patient interaction.
• Ability to adapt instructions based on patient comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy treatment as supervised by a Physical Therapist.
• Maintains departmental policies and records patients' treatment responses.
• Designs and fits adaptive devices based on patient needs.

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.

• 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.