Description

NOTE: This position is assigned to the Rehabilitation Clinic in Greensboro

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs under the direction and supervision of the Manager of Support Operations/Physical Therapist

to meet clinic needs.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES- ESSENTIAL

This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks

performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of

the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

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Promotes and has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical,

psychosocial, and developmental needs for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patient

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Competently performs appropriate physical therapy techniques and procedures

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Provides for continuity of patient care through written and verbal communication with other health care professionals

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Makes recommendations for needed patient care equipment prior to patient discharge and assists with

acquisition of same as appropriate

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Documents findings, patient progress, and all procedures performed within establishes time frames

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Submits all patient billing at the end of each day

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Instructs patients/family member in home programs

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Demonstrates effective time management

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Complies with quality improvement standards

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Participates in assigned aspects of affiliated PT/PTA student training

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

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Education: Graduation from an approved PTA Program

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Licensure: Active in-state PTA license

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Minimum of 4 years experience in an Outpatient Care Facility

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Current CPR Certification

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Knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care which is age specific/appropriate for patients

served

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Basic computer knowledge

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Appropriate interpersonal skills to enable positive interactions with patients/families, and other health care professional