About this opportunity
Insight Hospital and Medical Center lists this Physical Therapy Assistant opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Location
Coldwater, MI
Shift
Days
Job Summary
Administers various physical therapy programs under guidelines established by a Licensed Physical Therapist to facilitate rehabilitation of physically disabled patients, to maximize function and independence. Directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce and enhance performance; facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for adaptations and productivity.
Duties
Provides physical therapy treatments, following established plans, under supervision of a physical therapist, taking into account age and educational level, while accurately assessing patient’s response to treatment, as measured by clinical competencies. Can assist therapist in selective measurements, without interpretation, for evaluation
Prepares and maintains accurate patient care records under supervision of therapist
Maintains clean and safe work environment to comply with hospital and department safety standards
Demonstrates professional work behavior, participates in continuing education and shares information with staff
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to advocate, communicate and educate patients of all age groups served including those with physical, emotional, language and cognitive impairments, taking into account age and educational level, as measured by competencies
Demonstrates knowledge and skill to utilize equipment appropriately, using correct sizes and following recommendations on specific age-related criteria such as height, weight, anatomical differences and general health status of various age groups served, as measured by clinical competencies
Maintains productivity as established by the department
May assist in the supervision of students, rehabilitation aides and volunteers
May participate in program development, identifying performance improvement opportunities, and implementing performance improvement plans
Performs other duties as directed
Qualifications
Education : Associate’s degree in physical therapy from an accredited institution
Skills : Must possess skills consistent with the needs of the department.
Years of Experience : N/A
License : Current PTA License in State of practice
Certification : CPR according to hospital policy
Physical Requirements
The majority of time is spent standing, bending, and providing patient care treatments. Must possess the physical ability and condition to handle patients correctly and safely. Be able to handle standard equipment in a physical therapy department.
OSHA Exposure Classification
Personal Protective Equipment: As required
The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the positions; it should not be considered exhaustive.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, height, weight, familial or marital status, or genetics.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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