Physical Therapist Assistant
Company: Vital Caring Group
Location: Gulfport
Posted on: March 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Overview Provides coordinated physical therapy to patients of all
age groups under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
Participates in the coordination of care. Offering up to $35.50 per
hour. ResponsibilitiesProvides services that are ordered by the
physician as indicated in the plan of care, as developed,
delegated, and supervised by the Physical Therapist. Completes
appropriate documentation in a timely mannerAdministers non-complex
active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic
massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water and electrical
modalities to patientsApplies concepts of infection control and
standard precautions in performing patient care activities to
prevent contamination and transmission of diseaseCoordinates care
and documents coordination with all involved disciplines and
supervising therapist involved in the care of the patient as needed
and appropriateUses effective interpersonal relations and
communication skills to provide patient and care giver
educationMeets mandatory continuing education requirementsPromotes
compliance with all fiscal intermediary and/or other third-party
payors, through education, coaching, and other assistance as
necessaryDemonstrates commitment, professional growth, and
competencyParticipates in the Agency's QAPI programParticipates in
Agency-sponsored in-service trainingPromotes the Agency philosophy
and administrative policiesDemonstrates commitment, professional
growth, and competency Environmental/Working Conditions: Works in a
health care facility or patients' homes in various conditions;
possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious
diseases; ability to work a flexible schedule; ability to travel
locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather. Qualifications
Education:Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy
assistant with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Licensure:
Current State License or a multi-state license issued by a state
member of the Physical Therapist Licensure Compact (PTLC), if
practicing in a state member of the PTLC, to practice Physical
Therapy, or if licensure does not apply, meets one of the
requirements listed in 42 CFR -484.115(I) Experience:One year
experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant preferred.
Skills:Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and
other regulatory agencies Good interpersonal skills Proof of
current CPR Knowledge of durable medical equipment
Transportation:Reliable transportationCurrent Driver's LicenseValid
and current auto liability insurance Physical, Mental,
Miscellaneous Demands:Ability to do heavy lifting, bending,
pulling, pushing, and standing. Prolonged standing and walking
requiredRequires working under some stressful conditions to meet
deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient and family
individualized psychosocial needsRequires hand-eye coordination and
manual dexterityMust have and maintain valid Driver's License, and
proof of current valid auto liability insuranceRequires current CPR
certificate, and the ability to maintain a current CPR
certificateRequires ability to use up to 50 pounds of force
occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up
to 10 pounds continuously to move objectsWork deals mostly with
areas such as preparing and reading data and figures, records,
reports, visual inspection involving small details. Although
important, depth perception and field of vision (peripheral) are
not as critical as the ability to distinguish small details and
markings very near to the observerRequires ability to grasp, pull,
push, carry or otherwise manipulate objects; ability to perform
tasks requiring action of muscles or groups of muscles and foot
and/or hand-eye coordinationRequires ability to communicate clearly
and make self-understood effectively in face-to-face interactions;
articulate with accuracy to communicate using phoneRequires ability
to hear and receive verbal instructions correctly, answer phones,
communicate professionally with people in situations with some
background noiseRequires ability to concentrate on fine detail with
frequent interruption; ability to focus attention on tasks for
10-20 minutes at a time on a continuous basis, 20-60 minutes on
occasionRequires ability to understand and relate to specific ideas
one at a time and to the concepts behind specific ideas; ability to
remember verbal and written tasks/assignments from a few hours to
several day periodsPosition requires sitting approximately 60% of
time standing/stooping/bending/ climbing approximately 20% of time;
and walking approximately 20% of timeExcellent computer software
skills necessary to produce accurate documents and materials
requiredRequires ability to work effectively under minimal
supervision; exercise excellent, sound professional judgment and
maintain confidentiality What you get: We offer a competitive
benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life
insurance, paid vacation/holidays, and a 401(k) Savings Plan.
Keywords: Vital Caring Group, Gulf Port , Physical Therapist Assistant, Healthcare , Gulfport, Mississippi
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