Home Health Physical Therapy Asst PPV PRN

Job Summary 
Provides Physical Therapy services to patients by assisting in the assessment, treatment, program planning and 
implementation. Functions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and adheres to applicable principles 
and practices of physical therapy, Central Pyramid policies and procedures and state regulations. 
Essential Functions 
1. Under the direction of the registered and/or licensed physical therapist, optimizes the physical abilities 
and skills of patients by assisting in the performance of the following activities: assisting in the 
screening of patients; implementing treatment for assigned patients; delivering treatment to achieve 
identified objectives according to the established treatment plan; appropriately documenting progress 
toward identified objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient’s 
family, the staff and other professionals as appropriate.
2. Assists in the selection of Physical Therapy techniques/media and in the sequence of activities, adapts 
techniques/media as indicated by patient performance and following consultation with the Physical 
Therapist. No major modification to the treatment plan is made without prior consultation with the 
Physical Therapist.
3. Assists in establishing and modifying individual patient schedules in conjunction with the Physical 
Therapist and other team members. Supports the Physical Therapist in identifying a problem list, long- 
term goals, short-term goals and a treatment plan.
4. Monitors patient’s response to intervention and consults with Physical Therapist if modification is 
indicated. Adheres to department and patient schedules and modifies as appropriate for treatment 
regime. Adapts treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to meet the individual needs of 
the patient.
5. Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics. Trains patient, family and 
appropriate staff in the use or application of the above.
6. Participates in patient, family and staff education. Confers formally and informally with other team 
members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient.
7. Attends in-service training and facility meetings as required and provides education to the members of 
the patient care team and to members of the community.
8. Submits billing, payroll and expense documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Assists in the 
collection of statistics as directed.
9. Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare 
professional. Assists with and participates in Continuous Quality Improvement Program as required. 
Adheres to established confidentiality standards as required by Central Pyramid concerning 
community and patient information.
10. Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation and follow-up 
of the patient therapy programs.
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not 
intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. Colleagues should perform all duties as assigned by 
his her supervisor. 
Education and Experience 
Associate’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program. 
Certifications, Licenses, and other Special Requirements 
Completion of state exam.