Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.

POSITION SUMMARY

A Physical Therapist Assistant is an individual licensed by the Texas board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy services to patients in accordance with an established physician plan of care and in compliance with applicable licensre/certification requipremetns, the Texas State Practice Act, and Hunt Memorial Hospital District policies and procedures.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education: Must maintain continuing education requirements as defined by the Texas State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

Minimum Work Experience: No experience is required.

Required Licenses/Certifications: Evidence of current licensure and CPR certification.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to meet minimum hiring standards.

Preferred Qualification: None

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to the HMHD Compliance Plan.
• Conduct reflects HMHD's values and a commitment to HMHD's Code of Conduct.
• Attends the required corporate integrity and compliance training and education programs.
• Demonstrates proficiency in understanding the materials presented during the corporate integrity and compliance training and education program.
• Complies with all HIPAA standards.
• No unexcused absences/consistently works more than scheduled hours - 5; No unexcused absences and is willing to work more than schedule hours - 4; No unexcused absences and consistently works scheduled hours - 3; No more than 1 unexcused absence and no no call/no show - 2; More than 2 unexcused absences and/or more than two incidences of no call/no show - 1.
• Works independently and demonstrates problem-solving skills.
• Dresses professionally and in keeping with District dress code.
• Complies with established deadlines and respons to requests in a timely manner.
• Attention to detail and completes documentation according to established policies and procedures; avoids errors.
• Maintains a working environment conducive to maxmimum staff work and productivity.
• Implements treatment programs as directed by the physical therapist.
• Assists in patient treatment according to physician orders and as directed by the physical therapist; seeks assistance with duties as needed.
• Observes, documents, and reprots patient reaction and response to therapy.
• Collaborates with physical therapist in developing treatment plans and short/long term goals.
• Treats patients for purpose of relieving pain, developing/restoring functional capacity, and maintaining maximum performance.
• Completes accurate and timely documentation.
• Records treatment and observations on progress notes according to departmental guidelines.
• Documents teaching and patient/family response to therapy.
• Adjusts plan of care as indicated by the physical therapist.
• Participates in discharge planning.
• Confers with physician and staff as necessary; documents all pertinent informatio and recommendations.
• Orients, instructs and directs work activities of Rehabilitation Aides.
• Supervises care rendered by Rehabilitation Aide.
• Provides comlete instructions for Rehabilitation Aide performing physical therapy procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge of professional skills and takes advantage of opportunities for enhancement.
• Maintains current knowledge of safety infection control, and deparmtental policies and procedures.
• Attends ongoing continuing education prorams and inservices.
• Attends staff meetings as requested.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.