PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT Job Opening

PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Campbell County Health

• Gillette, Wyoming
Category: Respiratory Therapist
  • JOB SUMMARY
    The Physical Therapist Assistants works under the supervision of the evaluating physical therapist, Clinical Supervisor, and the Rehab Manager. The PTA is responsible to organize and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy programs to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of a body part; helps patients reach their maximum performance and assume a place in society while learning to live within any limits for his/her capabilities. The PTA practices within the framework of the Wyoming Physical Therapist Practice Act, American Physical Therapy Association professional standards, and National Patient Safety Goals.
  • PRIMARY JOB DUTIES
    • Sees all patients at their scheduled appointment time.
    • Follows evaluating therapist’s plan of treatment.
    • Documentation with treatment plan.
    • Completes daily progress notes on time with pertinent information.
    • Completes and turns in daily all notes, charges, and other paper work.
    • Works required work hours and periodic weekend coverage to meet patient needs.
    • Encourages cost savings for department.
    • Initiates 30-day progress notes and supervisory meeting with evaluating therapist.
    • Provides service excellence to all customers.
    • Demonstrates efficient time management and prioritization skills.
    • Maintains professional standards related to clinical practice, staffing and continuing education.
    • Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations.
    • Practices fiscal responsibility and accountability.
    • Maintains a clean and safe environment.
    • Adheres to CCMH policies and procedures.
    • Complies with the hospital’s Corporate Compliance Program including, but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, laws and regulations, and hospital policies and procedures.
    • Must be free from governmental sanctions involving health care and/or financial practices.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • JOB SPECIFICATIONS
    • Education: Graduate of an approved A.P.T.A. Physical Therapist Assistant program.
    • Licensure: Must be licensed in, or be eligible to be licensed, in the State of Wyoming.
    • Certifications required: See Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification Policy and Certifications/Education Requirements Policy.
    • Experience: Graduate from an accredited APTA PTA school.
    • Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Finger dexterity and eye/hand coordination necessary to administer therapy.
    • Interpersonal Skills: Professional and practical communication/interpersonal skills.
    • Essential Physical Requirements: Sufficient mobility and strength to administer therapy.
    • Essential Mental Abilities: Must use good judgment in interpreting patient referrals and performing appropriate physical therapy procedures.
    • Essential Sensory Requirements: Ability to visually assess and monitor patients.
    • Exposure to Hazards: OSHA CATEGORY I. TASK THAT INVOLVES EXPOSURE TO BLOOD, BODY FLUIDS, OR TISSUES. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues, or potential for spills or splashes of them, are Category I Tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I Tasks.
    • Hours of Work: Normally daytime hours, although may be required to travel and work evenings early morning, and weekend hours.
    • Employees working in healthcare facilities have the potential to be exposed to hazardous materials including: Hazardous Chemicals/Drugs, Waste Anesthetic Gases, Radiation, Latex, Biological Hazards, Respiratory Hazards and Ergonomic Hazards. See Hazardous Materials in the Workplace Policy.