About this opportunity
Alternate Solutions Health Network lists this PTA opportunity in cincinnati, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Physical Therapist Assistant I (PTA)
Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.
Agency: The Christ Hospital Home Health Care
Schedule: PRN, Monday - Friday, 8:15 AM - 5:00 PM. Territory: Greater Cincinnati and surrounding communities in Southwest Ohio, including Warren, Clermont, Clinton, and Highland counties: Blanchester, Fayetteville, Hillsboro, Leesburg, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Midland, New Vienna, Loveland, Goshen, Pleasant Plain, Milford, Kings Mills, Maineville, Oregonia, South Lebanon, Morrow, Lebanon, Monroe, Mason, Sycamore Township, Clarksville, Cuba, Reeseville, Sabina, Wilmington.
The Physical Therapist Assistant I (PTA) provides comprehensive skilled services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant educates patients and their family members and ensures safety of the patient. The PTA I is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rule and regulations. The Company adopts the physical therapy scope of practice as outlined by the state for its licensed PTA personnel.
Key Responsibilities
Provides skilled services in a patient's home as developed by the Physical Therapist plan of care
Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress
Performs physical therapy procedures and diagnostic test on patients for whom they have been medically prescribed
Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as, exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.
Assesses functional problems and provided intervention and, in conjunction with the physical therapist, works toward goals to improve patient functional status
Communicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkers
Participates in case conferencing promoting coordination of care
Recommends prosthetic/orthotic devices for patients or evaluates their device and make minor adjustments or recommend modification
Educates staff in carrying out specific physical therapy modalities when appropriate
Educates patient and family on therapy techniques involved, safety measures, and supportive activities
Instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices
Listens to patient and family members
Fosters independence in patients and their families to prevent dependence on the agency
Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines
Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
Completes chart audits at agency location as requested
Communicates with scheduler any changes as needed
Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences
Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
Participates in orientation/training of new employees
Participates in case conferences as needed
Drives to patient's primary location per scheduled visit.
Daily attendance at assigned visit locations.
Documents all aspects of subsequent, discharge, eval/recert/resumption of care visits within 24 hours of visits.
Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.
Follows plan of care as permitted within the scope of practice for a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, per the state of employment.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum of one year of experience as an PTA in an acute setting is required.
Home care experience is desired.
Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
Knowledgeable on therapy best practices.
Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments.
Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.
Detail-oriented and observant.
Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely.
Valid driver's license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.
Education and Credentials
Physical Therapist Assistant with a current license in the state of employment.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.
Knowledge
Reading, Speaking, Writing English - Constantly 66%-100%
Communications Skills - Constantly 66%-100%
Computers / PDA - Constantly 66%-100%
Physical
Walking - Constantly 66%-100%
Bending - Constantly 66%-100%
Standing - Constantly 66%-100%
Sitting - Constantly 66%-100%
Driving - Frequently 34%-66%
Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance - Frequently 34%-66%
Stretching/Reaching - Constantly 66%-100%
Climbing - Frequently 34%-66%
Hand/finger dexterity - Frequently 34%-66%
Stooping (bend at waist) - Frequently 34%-66%
Sensory Activities
Distinguish smell/temperature - Constantly 66%-100%
Hearing/Seeing - Constantly 66%-100%
Talking in person - Constantly 66%-100%
Talking on the telephone - Constantly 66%-100%
Hearing in person - Constantly 66%-100%
Hearing on the telephone - Constantly 66%-100%
Vision for close work - Constantly 66%-100%
Other Sensory Activities
N/A
Transitional work is available (although some jobs may require specific training) such as: answering phones, filing, computer work/data entry, attending training/continuing education, reviewing safety manuals & other educational media, and assisting or performing other tasks within restrictions assigned.
We'll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today!
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Worksite address
cincinnati, OH, 45208, US
Who can apply
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