Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute Care

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• Day - 08 Hour (United States of America) The ideal applicant for this role would possess at least 2 years of acute care experience.
• This is a Stanford Health Care job.
• A Brief Overview Under supervision, the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) assists a Physical Therapist by administering patient treatment within the parameters of a specific treatment plan.
• The PTA participates in department and unit committees, including performance improvement activities and other duties and projects as assigned.
• May supervise PTA students.
• Locations Stanford Health Care What you will do Applies therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound, hot and cold packs, and whirlpool; applies orthotics, prosthetics, corsets and elastic bandages.
• Consults appropriately with the physical therapist to determine degree and extent of patient treatment required.
• Efficiently treats patients, documenting precautions and follow through, according to department standards.
• Consults with physical therapist regarding changes in patient status that would impact treatment or discharge plan.
• Coordinates care of patient with team members and other health care professionals.
• Ensures clear and accurate documentation and bills for treatment.
• Follows up on outstanding issues, including phoning physician/resident to clarify precautions and appropriately follows up with supervising physical therapist.
• Follows up with primary physical therapist to conduct patient conferences as needed or to co-sign notes on a daily basis.
• In consultation with the physical therapist, discharges patient from treatment when appropriate with adequate discharge planning including equipment procurement and family training, and communicates this appropriately to patient, family and health care team.
• Instructs and assists patients in practicing various functional activities; instructs patients in use of assistive devices (canes, walkers, crutches) and other aspects of gait training.
• Treats patients within the professional scope of practice addressing, but not limited to gait and transfer training, therapeutic exercise, functional mobility, the application of modalities, equipment procurement and training, and wound care, under the direction of a physical therapist.
• Utilizes appropriate hospital resources, clinical specialists, resource therapists and supervisors when appropriate for guidance and/or assistance with patient care.
• Education Qualifications Requirement met by License/Certification Requirement Experience Qualifications None required Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Ability to provide appropriate care and progress treatment based on professional standards of practice, and on the needs of the specific individual, including age and developmental considerations, cultural and psychosocial issues, precautions and medical condition Ability to work well with individuals at all levels of the organization Knowledge and adherence to Code of Ethics and performance standards specific to the clinician's professional organization Knowledge of available equipment and vendors used in assigned area Knowledge of body mechanics and techniques for functional activities Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area Knowledge of equipment and assistive devices used in physical therapy Knowledge of procedures for a standard range of therapeutic exercises for increasing strength, range-of-motion and endurance Knowledge of procedures for gait training Knowledge of therapeutic modalities used in physical therapy Licenses and Certifications BLS - Basic Life Support PTA - Phys Therapy Asst These principles apply to ALL employees: SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective: Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $46.50 - $52.37 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage. At Stanford Health Care, we seek to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment, with outstanding quality, compassion and coordination. With an unmatched track record of scientific discovery, technological innovation and translational medicine, Stanford Medicine physicians are pioneering leading edge therapies today that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow. As part of our spirit of discovery, we also leverage our deep relationships with luminary Silicon Valley companies to develop new ways to deliver preeminent patient care. Learn about our awards and significant events.