Ephrata, PA | Rehabilitation Services | Tracking Code: 75715
Physical Therapist Assistant - Ephrata Community Hospital - Day/Evening
Job Description:
Under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, performs treatments and provides exercise instruction, demonstration and education for patients at an entry to intermediate skill level.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Carries out a program of exercise and treatment for assigned patients, as determined by evaluation performed by the Physical Therapist.
- Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and complex procedures according to the rules and regulations of the APTA and PPTA.
- Coordinates physical therapy activities in collaboration with the other members of the interdisciplinary team to facilitate achievement of established goals.
- Ensures compliance with regulations set forth by the regulatory agencies and state governing bodies.
- Conducts or participates in training medical and nursing personnel in physical therapy techniques and objectives.
- Utilizes safe patient handling techniques for all patient transfers, lifts and positioning.
- Complies with PA practice act related to communication with supervising Physical Therapist.
Qualifications
- Associate's Degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program
- Physical Therapist Assistant license
- Valid driver's license in good standing
- Up to 6 months of general PTA experience
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