What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at Catholic Care Center?
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant performs patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist.
Maintains productivity standard as determined by supervisor and clinical needs.
Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
Treat patients according to treatment plan.
Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines.
Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines.
Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs as directed by staff therapist.
Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed.
Participate in in-service training program for other staff at the facility.
Participate in facility performance improvement programs.
Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and other staff within the Rehab department.
Screen patients based upon identified need per State Practice Act.
Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department.
Report any problems with department equipment to appropriate personnel so that it is maintained in good working order.
Maintain documentation of supervision per state guidelines.
Other duties as assigned.
Management Responsibilities
N/A
Education and/or Experience
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state in which employed required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must possess strong collaborative, interpersonal, organizational, multi-tasking, verbal and written communication skills, and a desire to create a high-performance, effective team that can produce consistent, demonstrated results.
Must demonstrate on an ongoing basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and ministry leadership.
Competencies needed for this position include strong interpersonal relationship skills, detail oriented, work in collaboration with others, demonstrate a high degree of integrity and personal commitment, possess strong analytical skills, be able to work independently and manage multiple deliverables at the same time.
Ability to function in a matrix environment and demonstrate a passion to succeed, be self-motivated, dependable, committed, and a willingness to see a project through to its conclusion.
Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
Catholic Care Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. Associates and Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.
Pay Non-Discrimination Notice: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
For further information regarding your EEO rights, click on the following link to the “EEO is the Law” poster: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
EEO is the Law Poster Supplement: Please note that Catholic Care Center will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Catholic Care Center will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
Catholic Care Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. Associates and Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.
Pay Non-Discrimination Notice: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
For further information regarding your EEO rights, click on the following link to the “EEO is the Law” poster: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
EEO is the Law Poster Supplement: Please note that Catholic Care Center will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Catholic Care Center will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
E-Verify Statement: This employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.
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