LPTA

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will conduct outpatient and inpatient mix under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.

Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy

Current Mississippi Physical Therapist Assistant certification

PTA will assess patient's needs and render appropriate care. Perform patient teaching and discharge planning. Function as a member of the healthcare team in delivering mission-driven, quality patient care. Demonstrate knowledge of standards of care for physical therapy. Willingly acquire new knowledge and skills needed. Demonstrate actions which create a positive experience for the customer as well as promote positive teamwork with co-workers.

Ability to sit, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.

Demonstrate performance standards

Appropriately observe and evaluate patient

Develop and implement the appropriate physical therapy component of the patient POC

Assess patient's pain and intervene appropriately

Provide patient teaching appropriate to the patient/caregiver's learning/education level regarding physical therapy, patient needs, safety and infection control in the home and other related problems.

Develop and document attainable goals

Follow agency policy regarding discharge planning, completes necessary discharge information (D/C Summary/OASIS)

Communicate with and document patient updates to physician, other members of the health care team and to the patient's medical record timely and accurately

Maintain patient confidentiality

Supervise nurse aide when appropriate according to agency policy and document correctly

Attend all in-services, education programs and scheduled meeting as outlined by the Team Leader or Director

Maintain and demonstrate a constant awareness of legal and ethical aspects of physical therapy

Consistently demonstrate proper judgment in the delivery of patient care; provide patient care within the scope of service for physical therapy

Observe standard precautions

Follow orders given by provider

Perform other job duties and tasks as assigned