Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

LECOM Health and Wellness Center; Corry (Erie County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

LECOM Health and Wellness Center is seeking a per diem Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide essential support under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include administering prescribed treatments, monitoring patient responses, and educating patients and their families.

The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills and the ability to educate patients on treatment procedures. This position plays a vital role in restoring patient function and enhancing independence.

Qualifications

• Ability to administer physically prescribed therapy treatments.
• Understanding of physical therapy evaluation and care plans.
• Experience in patient discharge procedures.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed physical therapy treatment.
• Monitor and communicate patient responses.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Knowledge of treatment procedures

Education

Graduation from an accredited physical therapy assistant program

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Corry Memorial Hospital is seeking a per diem physical therapy assistant to join our team.

Job summary:

Under supervision of a Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapist Assistant administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries and muscle, nerve, joint and bone disease, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability by performing a numbered of required duties.

Characteristic job tasks and responsibilities:

• Review physician orders, patient‘s condition, and medical records.
• Review data from the Physical Therapy evaluation and plan of care including short and long term goals prior to administering treatment.
• Review effective treatment strategies for areas of strength, endurance, and functional mobility with the Physical Therapist.
• Monitor and communicate patient response to physical therapy treatment.
• Assist the Physical Therapist with patient at discharge including patient and family instruction in safety, mobility and function.
• Modify physical therapy treatment and plan of care according to patient’s ability and response as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
• Record treatment, response, and progress in the electronic medical record.
• Record daily treatment charges.
• Adhere to all HIPPA procedures and guidelines in accordance with LECOM Health’s standard of excellence.
• Educate the patient and/or caregivers to enhance functional independence.
• Comply with federal, state and local legal and professional requirements.
• Maintain compliance with appropriate therapy minutes, therapy intensity, and productivity standards on daily basis.
• Work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of the hospital.
• Performs other duties as requested by Supervisor