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Iannarino Fullen Group
Physical Therapist Assistant
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What they do
A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$72,085 / year median in California
+23% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act. Possesses training and education which allows him/her to assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out prescribed treatment program. Responsibilities Understand applicable state Practice Act and adhere to the laws which govern how Physical Therapist Assistants may practice under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Review the Policies & Procedures Manual on a yearly basis and adhere to the policies and procedures set forth. Complete all Medicare compliance trainings as required by regulations. Complete Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training on a yearly basis and adhere to standards set forth in OSHA standards and other governmental regulations. Clean and prepare treatment areas and equipment following OSHA guidelines. Carry out skilled treatment programs as directed by a licensed Physical Therapist. Communicate patient comments and activities to therapists clearly via verbal or written word. Document in charts using accepted medical terminology and format. Complete written documentation (daily notes, charge tickets, etc.) legibly, appropriately and in a timely fashion in order to meet facility, physician and payor deadlines. Maintain open and respectful communication with co-workers, physicians, patients, family members, third party payors and others at all times. Attend and/or participate in facility meetings as directed by Center Manager (may include utilization review, infection control, disaster preparedness, etc.) Completes sufficient ongoing continuing education coursework to meet state licensure requirements for the defined reporting period Maintains a current CPR certification that meets state licensure requirements Qualifications Graduation from a physical therapist assistant or physical therapist education program accredited by CAPTE or in the case of a graduate of an international physical therapist assistant program or international physical therapist program from a non-CAPTE accredited program seeking licensure, certification, or registration as a physical therapist assistant, a substantially equivalent education Current valid State license/registration/certification Current CPR certification required; employee is responsible for maintaining active certification for the duration of employment. Current tuberculosis (TB) test required; employee is responsible for maintaining in accordance with state guidelines for the duration of employment.