Physical Therapist Assistant PRN

• Job Requirements Job Summary Delivers limited physical therapy services under the periodic supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Carries out treatment plans according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.
• Primary Responsibilities The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.
• They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed. · Performs limited physical therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted standards, Maryland Department of Health Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational policies and procedures. · Carries out treatment plan programs for clients/patients to improve movement, manage pain, and/or prevent injury. · Records patient data for re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record in accordance with departmental documentation standards. · Informs patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation. · Provides therapy education and counseling to individuals. · Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and/or students as eligible based on departmental needs. · Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service. · Participates in performance improvement activities and suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner.
• Proposes performance improvement topics and alternate treatment techniques to improve therapy services. · Reports clinical and operational issues to departmental leadership and assists in their resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations. · Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience - Required · Education

• Associate's degree ·
• Experience: None ·
• Licensure/Certifications: o Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Maryland o Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Education & Experience - Preferred ·
• Experience: 1 year licensed Physical Therapist Assistant experience Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities · Ability to access, review, and integrate information from a variety of sources to develop a treatment plan. · Strong verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills, including the ability to instruct others. · Interpersonal skills to enable the therapist to establish and maintain rapport with patient as part of the therapeutic relationship. · Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team. · Ability to manage time and set priorities according to the demands of the job. · Ability to conceptualize and problem-solve in the management of the patient. · Ability to break down functional tasks to achieve patient centered goals. · Ability to communicate effectively with team members and patients. · Ability and willingness to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the organization. · Ability to maintain confidentiality with patients and team members. · Ability to effectively use various pieces of medical and therapeutic equipment.