ProHealth Home Health and Hospice
Location
Cartersville, Georgia
The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant administers physical therapy to patients in their homes according to a plan of care established by a Registered Physical Therapist. They are responsible for documenting patient progress, instructing families on home programs, and participating in patient care planning.
Candidates must be graduates of an American Physical Therapy Association-approved two-year program and hold a current state license. Two years of experience is preferred, along with the ability to perform physical tasks such as heavy lifting and standing for extended periods.
A Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Physical Therapist (PT).
1. Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
2. Currently licensed, registered or certified in the state(s) in which practicing.
3. Two (2) years’ experience, preferred.
4. Acceptance of philosophy and goals of Agency.
5. Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
1. Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures.
2. Provides physician prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT.
3. Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.
4. Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities.
5. Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.
6. Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician and according to the plan of care established by the PT.
7. Consults with PT regarding change in treatment.
8. Instructs patients and family members in home programs and activities of daily living.
9. Participates in inservice programs and presents inservice programs as assigned.
10. Participates in QAPI activities as assigned.
11. Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.
12. Prepares medical records, progress notes and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
13. Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the PT.
14. Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes.
15. Participates in educating the patient and family.
Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.
1. Supervised by: Registered Physical Therapist/Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor
Risk exposure: High risk
Ability to participate in physical activity.
Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.
Heavy lifting.
Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.
I have read the above job description and fully understand the conditions set forth therein, and if employed as a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, I will perform these duties to the best of my knowledge and ability.
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