The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care
Job Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care.
Essential duties include treating patients as directed by the Physical Therapist, recording daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes, and assisting in maintaining the department.
The role requires instructing patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
Matching Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Direct patient care
Record daily treatment notes
Assist with department maintenance
Communicate with health team members
Instruct patient families or nursing staff
Nice-to-have
Relate positively with colleagues
Participate in in-services training
Key Requirements
Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant
Proficient in computer skills (Casamba, Point Click Care)