Job Description Summary

The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.

• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.

• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.

• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.

• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition.

• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.

• Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization In-service Education Program.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate's degree in science or applied science which is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.

• Current certification or license as required by state law.