What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Therapist Assistant position at Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Treat patients as directed by licensed 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.
- 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 staff therapist.
- Communicate with supervisor 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
- Screen patients based upon identified need per State Practice Act.
- 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.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program
2. Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants
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