Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Description: 

Summary:

Provides direct physical therapy, under supervision of the physical therapist, to patients in their residence.  Implements plan of care.  Adheres to the Code of Conduct and upholds the philosophy, vision, and core values of the organization and ensures the Christian Mission of EverTrue is realized so that “Older Adults Live Life to the Fullest”.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assists Physical Therapist in developing and implementing individual treatment goals which reflect patient needs

2. Assists Physical Therapist in developing an apt treatment plan on each patient.  Reviews and consults with Physical Therapist frequently for needed changes

3. Following review with Physical Therapist, communicated with other member of medical care team and personnel of other departments in providing for patient’s total needs; This includes recommending other ancillary service referrals

4. Implements treatment plan as outlined by Physical Therapist and reports progress in medical record on each visit

5. Provides support and education for patient and family members regarding patient’s PT needs

6. Notifies, as appropriate, physician, home care nurse, physical therapist, promptly on any changes in patient’s physical or emotional condition, or any significant occurrences

7. Attends and participates in case conferences and agency in-service programs

8. Provides input in establishing department polices

9. Promote awareness and utilization of home care services to other professionals, physicians, and the community

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.

• Valid state licensure to work as a Physical Therapy Assistant

• Current CPR certification

• Ability to work independently

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office or equivalent programs

• Excellent customer service skills

• Excellent problem resolution skills

• Detail oriented and good organizational skills

Physical Activities and Demands:

The physical activities and demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities. 

Strength:  may be required to lift, transfer, physically assist patients to safely move from place to place in and around the patient’s home.  Proper body mechanics are expected to be used to maintain clinician and patient safety throughout treatments.

Stamina: may have to lift clients, and spend much of their time on their feet either standing, walking, climbing stairs, walking on indoor/outdoor surfaces. Strength and stamina are needed to do the job.

Working Environment:

A well-lighted and ventilated working area with temperature control system.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.  Minimal exposure to chemicals and hazardous waste.  Minimal exposure to outside weather conditions.  Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and standards. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws and standards.

Additional Information:

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