Embassy of Saxonburg is seeing Part-Time Physical Therapy Assistants 

The Physical Therapy Assistant assists directly and indirectly with the delivery of physical therapy services to include transportation, therapeutic exercises, and functional activities as outlined by treatment plan and in accordance with state practice guidelines. This position does provide direct patient care. Will receive general supervision from Facility Rehab Coordinator and clinical supervision from Physical Therapist. May provide supervision to therapy aides and students as needed.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a valid state license or certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant. Must be able to function independently, be flexible, possess personal integrity, and be able to work effectively with patients, patients families, co-workers, and outside agencies. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and, at times, hostile people within the facility. Must be willing to assist in carrying out the objectives of the facility.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Description - PTA

1. Provides therapeutic treatment in accordance with the patients established plan of care.

2. Documents all treatment provided, including observations, recording and reporting patient status and response to treatment.

3. Records all patient treatments accurately on billing forms and maintains appropriate patient schedules per established guidelines.

4. Will participate in staff meetings, training and quality improvement activities.

5. Perform resident screening in accordance with the rules of applicable state practice act.

6. Performs other related duties as required.

I. RESULTS ORIENTATION– Meets current objectives and positions the organization for future growth. Completes daily tasks and assignments and processes large volumes of work associated with the operation of the department.

II. SOCIAL SENSITIVITY- Builds positive relationships based on respect for others. Demonstrates a helpful, positive attitude. Maintains effective communication with peers, medical staff, patients, visitors, and families.

III. QUALITY OUTCOMES– Meets and exceeds expectations of internal and external customers. All organizational and departmental standards regarding quality of performance are met. Demonstrates a strong commitment to confidentiality. Participates in quality improvement programs as directed.

IV. SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT– Demonstrates an awareness of and adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the facility with an emphasis on maintaining a safe environment for all persons working in the facility.

A. Accident/Injury Reporting– Reports any accidents, injuries, and unsafe equipment and conditions to supervisor by the end of the shift and reports any pre-existing conditions as identified by the ADA.

B. Unsafe Conditions– Immediately reports and corrects, if possible, unsafe conditions or equipment.

C. Workplace Standards– Compiles with relevant regulations, standards and policies governing safe workplace environment (OSHA, JCAHO, etc.)