What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient position at Licking Memorial Hospital?
Physical Therapy Assistant
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.
When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.
Position Summary
Work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist as dictated by the Ohio revised code. Be able to work in the following practice areas: medical/surgical, outpatient, home healthcare. Be able to treat individuals through the life span. This professional person will be licensed by the State of Ohio and have completed an accredited training program to meet all educational requirements.
Responsibilities
- Administer physical therapy modalities such as moist heat, ultrasound, and diathermy, joint mobilization, whirlpools (under direction of Physical Therapist).
- Instruct patients in use of therapy devices such as crutches and braces in a variety of physical therapy exercises.
- Document therapy activities and results in the patient's medical record.
- Discuss with a physical therapist and other patient care staff regarding the patient's condition, progress and treatment program, providing information in the program development and revisions.
- Clean and maintain physical therapy equipment and devices.
- Assist in transporting patients to and from the department using the appropriate mode of transportation.
- Perform related clerical duties as needed such as answering the telephone, scheduling patients, using the computer.
- Maintain professional expertise in current physical therapy techniques.
Requirements
- Licensed by the State of Ohio.
- Completed an accredited training program to meet all educational requirements.
- Orient to department and follow attendance, maintain patient safety, confidentiality, dress code, work schedule, and communication skills.
- Follow policies and procedures.
- Ensure personal performance reflects the mission, vision, standards of behavior and the service goals.
- LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.
Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by law.