Physical Therapist Assistant- PRN

This is a PRN position. Some travel may be necessary.

Position General Summary:

This position is an Essential position at the facility to ensure efficient operations and patient care. Employees hired into an Essential position are expected to report to work for their scheduled shifts regardless of the environmental weather and road conditions that may exist.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist physical therapists in providing treatments and procedures.
• Help patients perform exercises as part of their treatment plans.
• Monitor and document patient progress during therapy sessions.
• Maintain a clean and organized treatment area.
• Prepare equipment and materials for therapy sessions.
• Educate patients and their families about exercises and therapies.

Facility General Responsibilities:

• Attend facility new hire orientation as scheduled by HR
• Complete Department Orientation Initial Competency within 7 days of hire date
• Complete Department Initial Skills Competency within 90 days of hire date
• Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures
• Respect cultural and religious practices of patients from all backgrounds
• Follow HIPAA regulations at all times.
• Be punctual and dependent for assigned shifts
• Dress within the dress code requirements of the facility
• Identifies all patients using at least two identifiers verbally (name and DOB), and by checking ID bracelet
• Follows Hospital Wide and Department Specific policies and procedures
• Must interact with physicians, guests, staff, and patients pleasantly, cooperatively, and effectively

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of the theory and methods of physical therapy and their application.
• Skill in applying and using therapeutic equipment.
• Ability to communicate with patients, family members, staff, and providers.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and adequate medical records.

Position Requirements: Education, Work Experience, Licensure, Certifications;

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant licensure, in good standing with the State of Tennessee
• 1 year PTA experience preferred
• BLS must be obtained within 90 days of employment

Working Conditions:

Physical therapist assistants spend a considerable amount of time walking, bending, stretching, standing, lifting, and assisting in direct patient care; therefore, PTAs must follow proper body mechanics to guard against injury. Physical therapist assistants must be able to work accurately around frequent interruptions. Physical therapist assistants may face hazards from exposure to chemicals and infections diseases. In addition, physical therapist assistants treat patients that may be confused, irrational, agitated, and/or uncooperative.

Statement of Non-Inclusivity:

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, and qualifications which may be required of or given to any employee assigned to the position. The skills, duties, requirements, and responsibilities outlined in this job description may be changed or added to when deemed appropriate and necessary by the company or the person who is designated to be managerially responsible for this position. Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind. Employment with the company is an at-will relationship.