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Full-time, Part-Time and PRN available
Scope: The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assumes part and/or full time clinical responsibility in an assigned facility. This is a professional position with the primary responsibility of direct resident care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Additional duties of an administrative nature are to be performed as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in Physical Therapy
- Current license in the state
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance with state and federal regulations related to environment of treatment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides clinical services as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to appropriate residents under physician’s orders
- Reports to the Physical Therapist information relating to the resident’s progress, complication, and/or response to treatment
- Assists Physical Therapist in performing procedures, tests and complex treatment to ensure the safe, effective evaluation and treatment of residents
- Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth and development, by participating in continuing education programs, and other appropriate learning experiences
- Maintains confidentiality of all resident, facility, and physician-related information
- Maintains accurate billing information in accordance with procedures on a daily basis
- Attends and participates in interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate to relay clinical findings and recommendations to other members of the rehab team.
- Attends and participates in family meetings as appropriate.
- Adheres to documentation requirements of Rehabilitation department and the facility.
- Conducts staff training/education as appropriate via formal and informal in-services and consultations.
- Reviews and follows the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and company Policy & Procedure manual.
- Supervises non-professional staff as appropriate.
- Contributes to a positive work team by sharing information, using problem-solving methods and accepting new ideas, constructive criticism, or advice from others.
- Demonstrates superior customer service through professionalism, courtesy, consistent follow-up and positive communication.
The Buckingham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Buckingham will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with The Buckingham.
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