Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Under guidance of supervising PT: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs.

Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions.

Assists the patient in the preparation for treatment/modality as necessary.

Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.

Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT.

Applies the physical agents, therapeutic exercises or gait-training activates as outlined by the licensed PT, in the patient POC. Progresses patients in an appropriate manner when deemed necessary by the PT.

Conducts the class/group situations (stroke, SCI, BI) as appropriate.

Observes treatment affect, accomplishment of short- and long-term goals and recommends change to the supervising PT, if needed.

Complies with department, hospital, and regulatory agency guidelines with respect to ethics, legal issues and supervisory relationships. Demonstrates professional accountability per APTA Physical Therapy Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.

Demonstrates appropriate and effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication with team members through the continuum of care.

Completes timely and accurate documentation, including QI scoring, of patient treatment in the patient medical record as indicated

Other duties as assigned.

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