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Quality Life Services
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.
$57,397 / year median in the U.S.
+13% projected growth
Job Description
1. Understand and adheres to established policies and procedures 2. Provides treatments based on Physician order and working with PT treatment plan 3. Improve or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient. 4. Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient's capabilities. 5. Participates with all other home care personnel in patient care planning. 6. Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician 7. Consults with physicians regarding change in treatment. 8. Instructs patients and family/significant others in home programs and activities of daily living. 9. Participates in in-service programs and presents in-service programs as assigned. 10. Participates in QAPI activities as assigned. 11. Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled. 12. Complete visit charting ' Work Remotely yes