PRN D Home Health PTA

Riverside Health; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health in Gloucester, Virginia seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to implement the plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role emphasizes restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain and preventing disability with accurate documentation and family education.

Candidate must meet CAPTE requirements and have at least one year of healthcare experience. The position requires adherence to department policies and active participation in in-service

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant is required.
• CAPTE program graduate is required.
• 1 year healthcare experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Follows plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid restoring function and mobility.
• Participates in meetings, in-services and educational programs.
• Maintains productivity based on FTE/status and caseload.
• Supports training and guidance of team members, volunteers and students.
• Completes documentation per department policies.

Skills

PTA procedures

Documentation

Education

Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant

CAPTE graduate

Job description

Hiring Range $38.00 - $42.00/Hourly Actual pay is determined by program, work commitment and business needs

Gloucester, Virginia

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.

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

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