Job Summary :

Under direct supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Aide assists in implementing pre-determined portions of a Physical Therapy treatment plan / program such as - but not limited to - the preparation and application of prescribed therapeutic modalities and procedures related to activities of daily living.

As instructed, the PT Aide will also perform a variety of non-clinical services to assist in the daily operation of the rehabilitation department.

Physical Therapy Aides do not assist in evaluating / assessing a patients physical capacities / functioning nor do they plan or initiate treatment.

Essential Responsibilities :

Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws.

Transports patients to required locations observing established procedures and safety precautions. Performs clerical functions such as posting treatment given, completing CPRs, filing progress sheets, maintaining statistics, ordering supplies, making copies of files / exercise programs etc.

Observes all regional, medical center and department polices and procedures : a. Adhere to all department standards of attendance and dress.

b. Maintain privacy and confidentiality of medical information. c. Observe universal precautions and all infection control safety policies.

Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service : a. Use appropriate titles and greetings for patients, families, physicians, and staff.

b. Treat all patients in accordance with Patient Bill of Rights. Communicates clearly, effectively and appropriately at all times : a.

Written communication must meet established standards. Maintains a courteous professional relationship with patients, families, other members of the department, and health care team.

Maintains equipment, supplies, and work area in accordance with departmental guidelines : a. Follows all department guidelines related to equipment safety and maintenance.

b. Assists in maintaining clean and safe work areas. In accordance with established protocols, policies and procedures : Demonstrates competence in providing patient care tasks as instructed and delegated by a licensed physical therapist.

a. Implements portions of treatment plans. b. Reports unusual signs, symptoms, or responses to treatments to the Physical Therapist.

c. Observes rules of safety and body mechanics when assisting patients in transfer and / or ambulation. d. Positions the patient properly and use the appropriate draping techniques assuring the patient privacy.

e. Within established protocols, respond to patients questions and refers other questions to Physical Therapist and / or M.

D. Utilizes skills in performance of Physical Therapy modalities and procedures including : a. Use of assistive devices / adaptive equipment b.

Use of physical therapy modalities. c. Administration of passive, active, resistive or range of motion exercises which are part of an established exercise / therapy program.

d. Activities of daily living. e. Wound care and dressing techniques. Utilizes and applies an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served - pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric.

Based on structures / established guidelines, protocols and standards : may documents clinical activities and patient response to treatment / modalities.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

Completion of annual skills competency assessment. Ability to demonstrate competence in basic safety and infection control procedures i.

e. proper body mechanics, universal precautions.

Education

High School Graduate or GED Current BLS certification. Completion of Pre-employment and annual physicals.

License, Certification, Registration

Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Prior experience working in a physical therapy department. Prior experience working as a Nursing Aide, Rehabilitation Therapy Aide or Physical therapy Aide in a acute medical center or out-patient rehabilitation center.

Notes :

Last updated : 2024-05-04