Physical Therapy Assistant Pool Staff Calvado Care - 1.0 Buffalo, NY Job Details Full-time $27 - $31 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Qualifications Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Full Job Description This is a Pool PTA position and will require the right candidates to travel between our sister facilities of Gasport, Allegany and Aurora Park. The Physical Therapy Assistant works under the direction/supervision of the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapy Assistant will implement services and programs concerning physical therapy within their scope of training as selected/delegated by the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapy Assistant completes assessments, documentation and billing of patients/residents on a required basis under the supervision of the Physical Therapist. Attends and actively participates in all intradepartmental staff meetings. The Physical Therapy Assistant will seek to aid patients/residents in relieving pain, improving ambulation, maintaining functional mobility and reaching maximum rehabilitation potential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents (ie. physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in planning and delivering care. Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to care for and treat residents with the following needs: orthopedics, neuro disease, infectious disease and cognitive deficits, if applicable. Assists the Physical Therapist in evaluative techniques within their scope of practice under the supervision of the Physical Therapist (PTA's may not perform the evaluation itself). Adjusts specific treatment in accordance with prior approval from the supervising Physical Therapist. Documents patient/resident progress level with Physical Therapist, co-signature required. Confers with Physical Therapist to discuss patient/resident status and need for program modification if applicable. Ensures that patients/residents receive the appropriate amount of therapy and notifies supervisor if not attained. 1 Revised May 2023 Engages in professional communication. Completes all necessary documentation in patient/resident charts and care plans. Ensures that proper equipment is ordered for home discharge and Home Exercise Program is given as appropriate. Provides appropriate patient/resident and family education. Instructs patients/residents and nursing department personnel in the use of Adaptive Equipment and DME, which are determined to be necessary for patient/resident rehabilitation. Ensures that all rehabilitation aides are adequately trained to meet the needs of the patients/residents served as delegated or assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation. Conducts in-service education and on the job training in range of motion exercises, ambulation, bed mobility/positioning, transfer techniques and body mechanics as delegated or assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation. Schedules, supervises and/or executes skilled treatment programs as prescribed by the physician's orders. Participates in inter and intra-departmental training programs. Cares for and is economical with all equipment, supplies and materials used. Maintains accurate clinical records, patient/resident charts, and care plans while conferring with the attending physician as to the patient/resident status, care and progress. Determines patient/resident progress, makes recommendations to the nursing department and modifies plan of care accordingly. Provides proof of qualifications, degrees and state licensure to the Director of Rehabilitation. Maintains license/registration/certification requirements including required number of CEU's in accordance with New York State. Provides a copy of license/registration to the facility upon hire and with subsequent renewal. Maintains HIPPA privacy, security, confidentiality standards and residents rights. Follows all established policies and procedures. Follows Universal Precautions and Infection Control techniques. Maintains Corporate Compliance standards. Contributes to facility Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives. Follows safety procedures by keeping areas free of hazardous conditions. Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a positive, helpful and enthusiastic attitude. Comes to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrates dependability and punctuality. Comes to work in neat, clean attire and consistently presents an appropriate professional appearance. Performs any other necessary duties as assigned by Supervisor. If you want to be a part of this vital care team, apply now!