Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN) Job in Webster, Texas Us

Clear Lake Regional Medical Center- Webster (01533) 500 Medical Center Blvd Webster, 77598 POSITION GOAL :

Prevent disabilities, restore patients with functional capacities to optimal level as well as assisting them in maintaining that level following disease, injury or loss of body part. The department will meet age specific needs of neonatal (0-4 wks.), infant (1 mo.-12 mos.), child (1 yr.-12 yrs.), adolescent (13 yrs.-18 yrs.), adult (18 yrs.- 64 yrs.), and geriatric (greater than 64 yrs.) population.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

E Carries out Physical Therapy patient care programs planned by and with the supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist while maintaining confidentiality of all pertinent patient care information to assure patient's rights are protected.
E Demonstrates understanding of rationale and application of therapeutic techniques, proper body mechanics, safe and efficient patient handling skills and proper equipment usage.
E Participates in clinic maintenance and prevention procedures.
E Works as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team with other hospital departments and physicians in order to
provide comprehensive quality care to patients.
E Reports to supervising PT/Director patient-care management problems, equipment needs and maintenance requirements. Communicates with PT on a weekly basis the status of the Patient's progress, lack of progress, etc. with recommendations and follow through of those aspects of change and development. Actively participates in therapist and physician contact when orders for therapy are unclear or appear inappropriate. Co-ordinates patient's treatment with other healthcare professionals where appropriate.
E Plans individual patient schedule and maintains daily attendance record, charging for patient treatment on a daily basis in approved manner.
E Maintains daily progress notes documenting the supervising therapist.
E Demonstrates compliance with department and hospital Policies Procedures while displaying cooperative and constructive attitude in intradepartmental and interdepartmental relationships.
E Actively engages in learning and continuing education for self-improvement and professional growth. Attends and participates in staff meetings/inservices. Participate in interdisciplinary conferences and report with/to disciplines on patient's progress and discharge planning.
E Assists Director in revising, developing department Policy Procedures fulfilling department P.I. and other duties assigned.
E Actively seeks to improve and maintain standards in professional patient care delivery and informs the medical community and hospital staff as to the role of Physical Therapy and its techniques.
E Actively participates in the hospital and department's Quality and Performance Improvement programs.
E Works weekends and holidays as needed.
E Complies with the hospital's behavioral expectations.
E Supports and participates in the hospital's Patient Engagement and Satisfaction initiatives.
E Shares and promotes the hospital's Mission, Vision and Values.
E Supports the Ethics and Compliance Program.

INTERACTION WITH OTHER DEPARTMENTS:

Interacts with all departments. POSITION REQUIREMENTS :

Experience:
One - three years experience preferred. New graduate of A.P.T.A. approved school acceptable.

Education:
Successfully completed a 2 year college program for Physical Therapy Assistant that leads to an Associate Degree
Licensed or holds a temporary state license in the State of Texas

Special Qualifications:
Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served including:
1. Thorough knowledge of the physiology of the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient.
2. Skills required to modify and progress techniques within the physical therapist's treatment plan according to the patient's current state and capabilities..
3. Ability to assess the affects of diminished senses on the patient's therapy and adjust treatment plan accordingly.
4. Ability to transfer and transport patients with consideration of their skin integrity and orthopedic/medical status.
5. Ability to utilize age specific patient data in providing care.
6. Ability to perform developmental assessments on neonates, infants, children and adolescents.
7. Ability to communicate to patients in an age-appropriate manner and to appropriately involve significant others.
8. Licensed, or holds a temporary license in the State of Texas.