Summary:
Physical Therapist Assistant is licensed by the Rhode Island Department of Health to assist in the practice of physical therapy under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist and the clinical manager of the practice site. Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with the plan of care established by the physical therapist provide treatment to improve the functional status of their patient by achieving or restoring strength endurance and mobility. Physical therapist assistants provide treatment to patients of all ages as defined by the scope of practice of the practice site in which they work.
Responsibilities:
Will utilize proper body mechanics for personal and patient safety. The physical therapy assistant will demonstrate the ability to safely lift transfer and mobilize patients/equipment in their care.
May employ the use of therapeutic modalities: ultrasound whirlpool electrical stimulation mechanical apparatus massage manual therapy hot/cold application safely and with demonstrated competency verified by the physical therapist/supervisor.
Continuously monitor the patient in their care adjusting the course of treatment to achieve outcome desired by patient; in consultation with the physical therapist is able to progress the patient and/or recommend continuation of or discharge from physical therapy. Will notify PT of need for patient reassessment or reevaluation.
Will educate and train patient/families/caregivers in proper performance of exercise use of equipment or assistive devices to be utilized outside of treatment session with PTA. These settings may include hospital home school and community. Will provide written documentation as necessary.
Will provide daily account of treatment statistics billing slips and other necessary forms.
Will participate in departmental inservices team meetings and quality assurance activities.
Maintains and cleans equipment and work environment. Orders supplies and patient equipment.
Other information:
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program Licensed by State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations Department of Health Division of Professional Regulations.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
EXPERIENCE:
New Graduate considered clinical experience in acute care setting preferred; may include clinical fieldwork experience in acute care.
Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Location: The Miriam Hospital USA: RI: Providence
Work Type: Per Diem
Shift: Shift 1
Union: Non-Union