Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Seeking a Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join the in-house team at Astoria Healthcare Center , a beautiful SNF in Sylmar, CA! Prefer 1 year of experience

BASIC FUNCTION

The Physical Therapist Assistant performs patient care and patient related activities as directed by the

Physical Therapist.

Essential Functions

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Treat patients as directed by licensed physical therapist.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all patients, clients and team
  
  
  

members.

• Consistently attends work and provides appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off
• Maintains productivity standard as determined by supervisor and clinical needs.
• Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement
  
  
  

regulations.

• Treat patients according to treatment plan established.
• Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines.
• Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines.
• Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs as directed by the physical
  
  
  

therapist.

• Communicate with supervising physical therapist and other health team members regarding patient
  
  
  

progress, problems and plans.

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings,
  
  
  

And Other Meetings As Required Or Directed.

• Participate in in-service training program for other staff at the facility.
• Participate in facility performance improvement programs
• Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and
  
  
  

other staff within the Rehab department.

• Perform other duties as required or directed
• Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department
• Report any problems with department equipment to appropriate personnel so that it is maintained
  
  
  

in good working order.

EXPOSURE RISK

The Physical Therapist Assistant is at high risk for exposure to blood and body fluids.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Reports to Staff Therapist and Director of Rehab or designee

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

As delegated.