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Physical therapist asst home care | um health-Sparrow

Sparrow

#Patient Care #Healthcare #BLS Certification #Acute Care #Home Care #Physical Therapist Assistant #CMS Conditions of Participation #Joint Commission Regulations

Quick overview

Provides direct physical therapy services to patients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist according to a written plan of care. Responsibilities include instructing patients and caregivers, maintaining clinical records, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Requirements summary

Requires a PTA license in the State of Michigan, a valid driver's license, and BLS certification. Candidates must be graduates of a Physical Therapy Assistant program with two years of acute or home care experience.

associate degreeprofessional certificateInterpersonal CommunicationClinical DocumentationAcute CarePatient InstructionPatient ObservationHome CarePhysical Therapy TreatmentInfection Control Protocol

Job description

Job Opportunity Job ID

53492
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Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job: Provides direct physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist according to the physician approved written plan of care. Essential Duties: This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position. Provides direct physical therapy treatment to patients according to instruction of Physical Therapist, and in accordance with the written plan of care Observes patient and reports to Physical Therapist and department personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition Instructs patients, family and/or caregiver in proper techniques to assist patient in achieving maximum level of independence Maintains necessary records, progress notes, and conference notes, which are incorporated into the patient’s clinical record within established time frame Maintains professional standards, compliance with State, Federal (CMS conditions of participation) and Joint Commission regulations, and infection control protocol by participating in in-services, staff meetings, process improvement teams, continuing education seminars when available, and adhering to the SHC expectations – standards of care guidelines Job Requirements General Requirements
PTA license to practice in State of Michigan
Valid driver's license and automobile insurance
Active American Heart Association BLS Certification upon hire Work Experience
Two years acute care or home care experience Education
Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant program Specialized Knowledge and Skills Required:
Demonstrated ability to work with patient, caregivers, and others in a variety of home care situation
Demonstrated interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team
Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job
Demonstrated ability to assemble and document data in proper format
Ability to enter/exit patient homes that may/may not be handicap accessible Preferred:
Home Care experience University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Job Family Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

Requirements

Shift Days Degree Type / Education Level Associate Status Full-time Facility Sparrow Home Care Experience Level Under 4 Years