Physical Therapy Assistant at HEART OF THE ROCKIES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER in Salida, Colorado

Job Description:

Vaccination exemptions accepted

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a negative drug screen test*, criminal background check, reference checks, infection prevention procedures TB test, Flu Shot, immunization records, etc.), physical capacity profile and acknowledgement of policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Performs the duties per the Physical Therapist Assistant Scope of Practice, including but not limited to: a. Examines patients with impairments, functional limitations, and disability or other health-related conditions in order to best administer the plan of care provided by the physical therapist. b. Alleviates impairments and functional limitations by implementing the plan of care outlined by the Physical Therapist and modifying therapeutic interventions within the scope of the treatment plan. c. Prevents injury, impairments, functional limitations, and disability, including the promotion and maintenance of fitness, health, and quality of life in all age populations. d. Engages in consultation, education, and research. e. Maintains a record on each patient including physician orders, diagnosis, treatment, progress, record of attendance and summary, in a timely manner. Submit and verify patient charges for services rendered. f. Provides appropriate supervision of aides as specified by scope of practice. g. Participate in discharge planning process. 2. Interacts positively with new recruits presenting the organization in a positive manner. 3. Communicates any concerns or issues directly with their manager whenever possible or consults immediately with their immediate supervisor. Does not wait to be rounded on to share concerns.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Must be able to solicit and evaluate subjective feedback from patients to be able to assess effectiveness of a procedure.
2. Must be aware of relative value and limitations of each piece of equipment.
3. Must be able to apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and physical science to specialized techniques in treatment of the patient.
4. Must know proper positioning of patients with various conditions for different types of treatments.