PRN C Home Health PTA

rivhs; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Williamsburg, Virginia is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to follow a plan of care, perform PTA procedures, document outcomes, and support mobility improvement. You will engage with patients, families, and the care team to ensure quality care and adherence to established policies.

The role requires an Associate Degree PTA and CAPTE program graduation, plus 1 year healthcare experience and CPR/BLS certification within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Assists in providing PTA services under supervision following the plan of care.
• Maintains accurate patient progress notes and documentation per policy.
• Contributes to education of patient and family and participates in meetings.

Responsibilities

• Follows Plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid restoring function, mobility and reducing disability.
• Participates in facility and departmental meetings, in-services and educational programs and supports team resolutions.
• Completes documentation supporting skilled intervention and adherence to plan of care per department policies.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant

CAPTE program graduate

Job description

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hiring Range

$38.00 - $42.00/Hourly

Actual pay is determined by program, work commitment and business needs

Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant under the direction of the Licensed Physical Therapist shall perform these duties: perform services planned, delegated and supervised by the Physical Therapist; prepare clinical and progress notes; participate in teaching the patient and family; and participate in in-service programs and case conferences. Following an evaluation by a Physical Therapist, the assistant will follow the plan of care and perform PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. This position must also be able to follow and adhere to the practices described in the Department Policy and Procedure Manual.

What you will do

Follows Plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities.

Participates in facility meetings, departmental meetings, in-services, educational programs, and other meetings to include solutions and engagement with resolution processes.

Employee's individual productivity measures are satisfactory based on FTE/status and average number of assigned patients in case load.

Participates positively in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students as needed.

Completes documentation that supports skilled intervention and adherence to plan of care. Completes documentation per department policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education

Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant (Required) and

Program Graduate, Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) (Required)

Experience

1 year Healthcare experience (Required)

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age, goal, and diagnosis appropriate care.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development throughout the life span, be able to assess patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data, and be able to interpret information to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care accordingly per patient care setting.

Licenses and Certifications

License Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required) and

CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)

Drives personal vehicle for RHS business 25% or more of the time to perform essential functions of the job

Valid Drivers License Required

Additional Information

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers .