About this opportunity
VIRTUA lists this Physical Therapist Assistant, Acute Care - Part Time (20hrs/week), Voorhees opportunity in somerdale, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Acute Care - float position to all divisions as needed; 8-4:30 Sunday through Thursday
Summary:
Performs rehabilitative patient treatments as planned, directed and supervised by a physical therapist. Provides objective data describing patient progress.
Assists manager/supervisor with clinical and operational issues. Works with manager to improve processes and utilization of rehab services.
Position Responsibilities:
• Consults with medical, ancillary professionals and other team members/supervisors to provide optimum quality patient care and effective operations.
• Provides physical therapy interventions consistent with the plan of care and continuously provides input and direct feedback to the physical therapist relative to the patient’s treatment and status.
• Maintains and completes patient records, reports and all written documentation effectively and in a timely manner, in accordance with regulatory and department guidelines.
• Effectively utilizes aides and other support staff as appropriate.
• Effectively communicates with patient and/or family/significant other in providing education and literature in accordance with the patient’s age, physical condition and cultural needs.
Required Education:
Minimum of Physical Therapy Assistant Associate degree from a program accredited by the APTA.
Training/Certifications/Licensure:
Current licensure in the State of New Jersey.
CPR certification.
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Who can apply
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