Overview

Treatment of patients primarily in the IRH with coverage in the LTACH as needed based on business need under the direction of the Physical Therapist; daily documentation/charging in the EMR; education of patients, families and staff as appropriate; communication of patient progress in clinical conference; communication with other team members on a daily basis; preparing equipment orders; contacting vendors for equipment; communication with physicians and other professionals; weekend/holiday services rotation; participation in Performance Improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilites and Essential Functions

• Follows the established treatment plan and provides treatment according to funding source and regulatory guidelines to meet functional goals; accurately documents, including need for skilled services, pt progression, pt response, and then bills accordingly; provides education as appropriate.
• Serves as CI/mentor for interns as needed: Provides direct supervision/mentorship, taking direct responsibility for the patient & care provided. Provides daily feedback to interns regarding treatment interventions & directs the learning experience. Critiques/co-signs documentation daily to be sure it meets regulatory requirements & funding source specifications. Completes weekly, midterm and final evaluations for interns & communicates w/ their school regarding performance.
• Participates in hospital and discipline specific skills check: Demonstrates competency through completion of didactic training and testing as well as demonstration of skills specific to their position and skill set as well as skills obtained at RWSH

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Qualifications

Required Minimum Education

• Associate's degree in PTA

Required Minimum Experience

• New grad 

Required Minimum Experience

• 1 year in rehab, SNF, LTACH, Acute Care

Required Minimum Skills

• Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and basic computer skills.

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

• Physical Therapist Asst or eligible
• Basic Life Support

Additional Licenses and Certifications