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GBMC HealthCare

Not-for-profit health system operating hospitals

Physical Therapy Assistant Outpatient

Rehabilitation TherapiesPosted on Nov 6
Full-timeUnited States$24.84 - $40.72In-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program is required.
  • A current Maryland license as a Physical Therapist Assistant is required.
  • Healthcare Provider CPR certification is required.
  • Knowledge of physical therapy theories, practices, and standards is required.
  • Ability to use written and oral communication is required.
  • Ability to follow treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and alert the supervising physical therapist to status changes is required.
  • Ability to prioritize and schedule patients efficiently is required.
  • Organizational skills and ability to use standardized tests to support documentation are required.
  • Ability to manage an average caseload according to established productivity standards is required.
  • Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic medical record navigation are required.
  • Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to 75% of work time is required.
  • Ability to stand and walk for more than 60% of work time and lift at least 30 pounds is required.
  • Ability to work in a normal patient care environment and use personal protective equipment is required.

Responsibilities

  • Assist patients in reaching their maximum physical potential in accordance with the Maryland Physical Therapy Practice Act.
  • Provide objective information to the physical therapist in accordance with the physical therapy plan of care and goals.
  • Implement treatment according to the plan of care and goals established by the physical therapist evaluation, document treatment and goal progress, and consult the physical therapist when changes to the plan or goals are needed.
  • Implement therapeutic interventions, progress treatment plans, teach patients and caregivers activities that reinforce interventions, provide or fit appropriate assistive devices, and recognize patient distress signals requiring follow-up.
  • Document treatment plans and progress, and record data for statistics, productivity, billing, and performance improvement as appropriate.
  • Use rehabilitation technicians and volunteers for housekeeping, transportation, and physical assistance, without assigning them supervisory duties.
  • Maintain current therapy practice knowledge through continuing education and provide written and verbal patient education.
  • Communicate patient status and progress to the physical therapist, physician, registered nurse, and discharge planner; document communications about changes in status, treatment, or discharge plans; and communicate equipment needs and discharge-plan updates.
  • Communicate with patients and caregivers to address anxieties, obtain input, and encourage cooperation; train and educate caregivers to support exercise programs, maintain precautions, and demonstrate safe functional mobility.
  • Participate in discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team and recommend appropriate assistance and continuation of rehabilitation as needed.
  • Accommodate follow-up treatments through schedule flexibility and communicate workplace issues to the physical therapy mentor or program manager.
  • Use the chain of command to promote cohesion and teamwork.
  • Recognize clinical limitations, seek advice and education, incorporate feedback from the physical therapy mentor or program manager, and use evidence-based research in clinical practice and documentation.
  • Follow departmental performance improvement and LDM requirements.
  • Work with the physical therapy mentor or program manager to resolve unit issues, develop resolutions, and follow up with departmental staff and the unit.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in billing and coding, manage time to increase productivity and meet productivity standards, and incorporate feedback to improve performance.
  • Participate in team and interdisciplinary meetings.

About the Company

GBMC HealthCare

Not-for-profit health system operating hospitals

GBMC HealthCare owns and operates Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC), a regional community hospital in Towson, Maryland. It also includes GBMC Health Partners, a network of more than 300 primary care providers and specialists; Greater Baltimore Health Alliance; the GBMC Foundation; and Gilchrist, Maryland’s leading nonprofit provider of serious illness and end-of-life care. The organization coordinates hospital care, outpatient services, and support through its network to deliver medical services to the community. It aims to educate the next generation of clinicians while pursuing high-quality, patient-centered care for every patient and family, aligning care with what the patient would want for their loved ones. Its goal is to improve health outcomes for the community by providing comprehensive medical care, education, and support across its facilities and programs.

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Headquarters
Baltimore, MD
Founded
1960

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