What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Physical Therapy Assistant PRN, As Needed, 8a-4:30p position at Norton Healthcare?
Responsibilities
The role of the Physical Therapy Assistant is to assist the Physical Therapists in providing quality patient care for patient’s aged neonate/infant (birth to 1 year), pediatric (1-12 years), adolescent (12-18), adult (18-65 years), and geriatric (over 65 years); maintains documentation on patient treatments; demonstrates commitment to professional growth and development; provides health education to patients, families and other health care providers; applies knowledge of growth and development in patient interaction; and contributes to the efficient operations of the department.
Qualifications
Required:
- Associate Degree
- Physical Therapist Assistant
Desired:
- One year physical therapy in a clinical setting