Physical Therapy Assistant PRN FLT

FMOL Health; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health in Mississippi seeks a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed PTs in delivering patient-centered care. You will assist with testing, evaluations, procedures, and carry out treatment plans designed by the PT, while teaching patients and families the required exercises and safety measures.

Strong communication with supervising PTs, accurate record-keeping, and ability to adapt care for diverse ages from infants to geriatrics are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and graduation from an accredited PTA program.
• Must be certified as a PTA and hold Mississippi state licensure as required.
• Experience in related environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains established departmental policies, safety 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 PT evaluation.
• Designs and fits adaptive devices based on patient rehabilitation needs.
• Educates patients and family on skills and techniques for participation in therapy.

Skills

Patient care

Ability to assess patient needs

Education

Associate's degree and PTA program credential

Job description

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/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.