Physical Therapy Asst. Or Physical Therapist

Physical Therapists may also apply. 
 

Position Summary:
The Physical Therapy Asst. demonstrates sound knowledge of the principles and applications of physical therapy procedures and modalities. Works under the supervision of the physical therapist with monthly documentation of supervision. The physical therapy assistant creates a work environment that is goal directed, culturally and age specific.

Duties/Responsibilities:
•    Administers treatment/modalities as directed by the staff physical therapist, after the physical therapist has evaluated the patient; treats patients in accordance with professional standards  of care and practice based upon the patient’s disability, age and psychosocial needs.
•    Provides patient/family/caregiver education based upon the patient’s disability, age and psychosocial needs. 
•    Prepares professional documentation in a timely manner.
•    Exhibits professional communication and management skills.
•    Supervises and instructs rehabilitation techs as necessary.

Education:
Must be a graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant program approved by the council of Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association (AMA).

Experience: 
One or more years of clinical experience is preferred.

Licensure/Certification: 
Licensed in Kentucky for Physical Therapy Asst. and a valid Kentucky Driver’s License.

Physical/Work Requirements: 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is required to communicate with staff, patients and visitors. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision for reading and computer work.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk and be on feet for long periods of time. Must be able to tolerate PPE for long periods of time.   

The work environment described here is representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in an area with good lighting and climate control. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.