Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Company: Southern Healthcare Management
Location: Winter Park
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
DescriptionThe following statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed and are not
intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and
skills required.SUMMARYPhysical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works
under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to assist
with a patient's treatment program in accordance with federal
guidelines and state practice acts.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be
assigned.--- Collects assessment data as part of evaluation process
as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist (when allowed by
state practice act).--- Provides direct treatment to residents as
directed by and according to the plan of care outlined by the
supervising Physical Therapist.--- Documents resident progress
towards meeting established goals.--- Teaches exercises to
residents, family members, and caregivers and may provide
instruction in the use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices,
and other assisting apparatus.--- Completes required forms and
documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or
federal regulations.ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS--- Associate Degree from
an APTA accredited program--- Licensed as Physical Therapist
AssistantSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESn/aPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND
ENVIRONMENTShift work may be required. Employee is frequently
required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and
arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee will occasionally assist to
lift and / or transfer patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds.
Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids,
fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. In
compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of the position.OTHER REQUIREMENTSParticipates
in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against
improper use and disclosure of resident's protected health
information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies,
procedures and state and federal law. Agrees to adhere to and
oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the
confidentiality of residents' protected health
information.QualificationsLicenses & CertificationsRequired+
Physical Therapy Assist
Keywords: Southern Healthcare Management, Orlando , Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Healthcare , Winter Park, Florida
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