Pool Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Tampa General Hospital; Crystal (MN); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Crystal, Minnesota is seeking a Pool Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to work under the guidance of a Physical Therapist. The role involves delivering physical therapy treatments, supervising rehab staff, and documenting patient progress and treatments. Candidates should have an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program, state licensure eligibility, and BLS certification. One year of acute care hospital experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program is required.
• Eligibility for licensure by the state of Florida is mandatory.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physical therapy treatments under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
• Supervise Rehabilitation Technicians and C.N.A.s in the rehab department.
• Document patient visits and discharge notes accurately.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation of interventions

Problem management

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Job Description - Pool Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (260001EQ)

Pool Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - (260001EQ)

Physical Therapist Assistant works under the Physical Therapist direction following the plan of care as documented by the Physical Therapist on the patient’s evaluation. Delivers physical therapy treatments as directed by the Physical Therapist and notifies Physical Therapist of changes in patient’s function and or progress. Supervises Rehab Techs/C.N.A. working in the rehab dept. Physical Therapist Assistant serves as educator to patients, families, co-workers, and self.

Essential Functions

• Out-Patient: completes last patient visits note with necessary objective info for the Physical therapist to complete the discharge note
• Attends dept staff meetings and contributes
• Adheres to 8-minute rule when billing charges; Provides sufficient documentation to justify charges including: duration (time in/out and per modality), and detailed descriptions of interventions
• Effectively manages problems and resolves conflict in a professional manner
• Effectively reports potential safety issues to appropriate personnel
• Identifies and challenges work processes
• Works toward continuous improvement based on customer needs
• Complies with specific hospital policy and procedures concerning infection control
• Demonstrates compliance with National Patient Safety Goals
• Willingly performs other duties as necessary

Qualifications

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program

License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State

Physical Therapist Assistant or eligibility for licensure by the state of Florida

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)

Work Experience

One (1) year Hospital Acute Care experience