What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) PRN position at ADP Workforce Now?
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate Degree from CAPTE (Commission for Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education) certified program.
- Must hold a current state license and must maintain license renewal in accordance with the applicable state licensing board.
- Long term acute care and rehabilitation experience is preferred.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English, as well as possess good verbal and written communications skills.
- Basic computer skills with minimal guidance
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical: Walking - up to 75% Standing - up to 50% Kneeling -up to 75%
Sitting- up to 25% Pushing - up to 50% Bending -up to 75%
Squatting - up to 50% Pulling - up to 50% Reaching -up to 25%
Wrist/Finger Movements - up to 90%
Lifting - up to 50 pounds
Mental: Stress Level: Moderate
EXPOSURE RISK: Category I - Jobs in which required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membranes or skin contact with blood, body fluids, tissues or potential spills or splashes. Use of appropriate measures is required for every healthcare provider in these jobs.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS, MACHINES USED: Beds, scales, lifts, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, hot packs/cold packs, ADL equipment/assistive devices, orthotics, splints, prosthetics, B/P cuff, stethoscope, pulse oximeter, telephone, facsimile machine, copier, printers, computers
CERTIFICATIONS: CPR Certification