Outpatient Orthopedic Rehabilitation Physical Therapy Assistant FT, Day

Prisma Health
United States, South Carolina, Columbia
Nov 15, 2024
Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy services under the plan of care established by a licensed Physical Therapist. Completes documentation and submits charges to support treatment while complying with laws and regulations of appropriate state and federal agencies and Joint Commission guidelines. Accountabilities Implements treatment plan: 55% Follows plan of care established by supervising physical therapist Assesses patient response to treatment and modifying treatment as needed Demonstrates proficiency and competency in clinical care in primary work area Reports changes in patient status to team members as appropriate Effectively communicates patient status with clinical staff: 10% Documents all aspects of treatment in compliance with chart review audit components Treatment notes are clear, succinct and contain information regarding treatment progression Participates in team meetings and provides the necessary patient information Actively participates in patient/family education regarding progress and home programs as needed Appropriate abbreviations and medical terminology are utilized Participates in discharge planning of patients including provision of documentation supporting any additional discharge needs 5% Department and Team Responsibilities: 5% Attends staff meetings, team meetings, and mandatory in-services as scheduled Completes assignments in a timely and thorough manner Assists with care and maintenance of departmental equipment and supplies Completes charge/productivity documentation and enters information and charges in an accurate and timely manner Demonstrates willingness to assist and is respectful of the rights of other team members Complies with department policies and procedures Consistently demonstrates behaviors that support the purpose statement of the department and Prisma Health and demonstrates good judgement in the selecting the proper mode of communication which conveys a favorable image of the therapy department and Prisma Health. Assumes any additional team/department responsibilities as assigned by department leadership Provide oversight to therapy aides, students and volunteers 5% Functions as mentor to new staff and supervises new graduates 5% Actively participates in program development as requested by supervisor. Assists in developing procedures to execute programs effectively. If applicable, maintain program and identify changes as needed in order to remain successful 5% Productivity: Meets the team/department productivity standards 5% Complies with the established standards of efficient scheduling to maintain appropriate levels of productivity. Achieves annual goals: 5% Establishes annual goals related to competency, sustainability, advocacy and specialization with supervisor Provides supporting information related to the progress made toward achieving established annual goals Actively supports corporate leadership initiatives Conscientiously seeks consultation or supervision. Supervisory/Management Responsibilities N/A Minimum Requirements Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from a CAPTE accredited school Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses BLS Licensed by SC Board of Physical Therapy Examiners If employed at the Center for Integrative Oncology & Survivorship, a Lymphedema certification is required Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Demonstrates clinical competency based on patient's age Effective at Data Conversion Work Shift Day (United States of America) Location 101 Business Park Blvd Columbi Facility 1510 Richland Hospital Department 15447370 Physical Therapy Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.