Physical Therapist Assistant

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Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy services under the plan of care established by a licensed Physical Therapist. Completes documentation and submits charges to support treatment while complying with laws and regulations of appropriate state and federal agencies and Joint Commission guidelines.

Accountabilities

Implements treatment plan: 55%

Follows plan of care established by supervising physical therapist Assesses patient response to treatment and modifying treatment as neededDemonstrates proficiency and competency in clinical care in primary work areaReports changes in patient status to team members as appropriate

Effectively communicates patient status with clinical staff: 10%

Documents all aspects of treatment in compliance with chart review audit components Treatment notes are clear, succinct and contain information regarding treatment progressionParticipates in team meetings and provides the necessary patient informationActively participates in patient/family education regarding progress and home programs as neededAppropriate abbreviations and medical terminology are utilized

Participates in discharge planning of patients including provision of documentation supporting any additional discharge needs 5%

Department and Team Responsibilities: 5%

Attends staff meetings, team meetings, and mandatory in-services as scheduledCompletes assignments in a timely and thorough mannerAssists with care and maintenance of departmental equipment and suppliesCompletes charge/productivity documentation and enters information and charges in an accurate and timely mannerDemonstrates willingness to assist and is respectful of the rights of other team members Complies with department policies and proceduresConsistently demonstrates behaviors that support the purpose statement of the department and Prisma Health and demonstrates good judgement in the selecting the proper mode of communication which conveys a favorable image of the therapy department and Prisma Health.Assumes any additional team/department responsibilities as assigned by department leadership

Provide oversight to therapy aides, students and volunteers 5%

Functions as mentor to new staff and supervises new graduates 5%

Actively participates in program development as requested by supervisor. Assists in developing procedures to execute programs effectively. If applicable, maintain program and identify changes as needed in order to remain successful 5%

Productivity: Meets the team/department productivity standards 5%

Complies with the established standards of efficient scheduling to maintain appropriate levels of productivity.

Achieves annual goals: 5%

Establishes annual goals related to competency, sustainability, advocacy and specialization with supervisorProvides supporting information related to the progress made toward achieving established annual goalsActively supports corporate leadership initiativesConscientiously seeks consultation or supervision.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

N/A

Minimum Requirements

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from a CAPTE accredited school

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

BLS

Licensed by SC Board of Physical Therapy Examiners

If employed at the Center for Integrative Oncology & Survivorship, a Lymphedema certification is required

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Demonstrates clinical competency based on patient's age

Effective at Data Conversion

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

RCP/Clemson Rehab Services

Facility

2501 RCP Clemson Therapy

Department

25011000 RCP Clemson Therapy - Practice Operations

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