This position will assist in completion of patient treatment programs as planned and directed by the licensed Physical Therapist, through the use of exercise and modalities. Referral of the patient by a physician and evaluation by the P.T. are required prior to PTA involvement with the patient. The PTA will report information to the supervising P.T. and keep accurate progress notes in the patient medical record. May participate in a rotation system for specialties of services. The PTA has additional responsibility to enhance departmental operations through active participation on committees, and or program development or enhancement.
Schedule
Employees in this position are responsible to work a minimum of two hard to staff shifts as designated by the Rehab PRN policy and have a minimum work frequency of is six shifts per the entities posted work schedule of 8 weeks.
Job Requirements
Applicable Experience:
Less than 1 year
Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross, Physical Therapy Assistant - Various
Associate Degree
Job Details
PRN
Day (United States of America)
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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