Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Job Title/Position: Physical Therapy Assistant
Reports To: Physical Therapist or Rehab Supervisor
Job description Summary:
The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:
- Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
- Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
- Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
- Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
- Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
- Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
- Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
- Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Position Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
- Current certification or license as required by state law.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.