A Skilled Nursing Facility located in Bryn Mawr, PA has an immediate need for a Physical Therapist Assistant.
Type: 13 weeks Contract/ Temp
Location: Bryn Mawr, PA
Primary Job Responsibilities:
• Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist
• Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)' schedule, and timely documentation of services
• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist
• Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated
• Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary
• Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights
• Implements a patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist
• Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including but not limited to:
• Airway clearance techniques
• Integumentary repair and protection
• Use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent and mechanical modalities
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in collaboration with the physical therapist
• Performs other related duties as required
Requirements:
• PA State Physical Therapist Assistant License
• Minimum of 1 year experience working in a short-term and/or Long-term rehab
• Solid knowledge of healthcare industry and related guidelines
• Excellent communication skills in both oral and written forms-Display a sense of curiosity, enthusiasm and eagerness to understand business constraints, environment and impact on regulation for the healthcare industry.
• Excellent organization, analytical and time management skills
• Experience in strong problem solving/troubleshooting skills
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