Physical Therapy Assistant, 20hrs, Kensington
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Job overview
Kaiser Permanente is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant, 20hrs, Kensington. Under direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant administers specific treatments using exercise techniques, modalities, and gait training, while providing patient education, maintaining records, and supporting departmental functions.
Key focus areas include Administer treatment to restore function, mobility and strength, relieve pain and prevent disability, Provide patients and families with instruction in home exercise programs and pain relief techniques, and Maintain appropriate medical records including progress notes.
Important skills include Interpersonal Communication, Exercise Techniques, Therapeutic Modalities, Extremity Mobilization, Muscle Re-education, and Gait Training.
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Job Summary:
Under direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist, administers specific physical therapy treatments as assigned and designated by the physical therapist through the use of various exercise techniques and therapeutic procedures.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Administers treatment to restore function, mobility and strength, relieve pain and prevent disability through the use of various exercise techniques, appropriate modalities, simple extremity mobilization, muscle re-education, gait training and other related treatment techniques.
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Provides patients and families with instruction in home exercise programs, pain relief techniques and prevention-oriented education.
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Maintains appropriate medical records to include progress notes.
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Consults with physical therapist and/or referring physician as indicated regarding patient achievement of goals, revision of program as indicated, appropriateness of continued treatment and patients discharge from treatment.
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Participates in the development and implementation of programs for the department such as peer reviews, in-service education and patient care audits.
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Maintains departmental supplies, equipment and apparatus in a clean, safe and functional condition.
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Performs other non-treatment related departmental tasks such as reception and clerical duties, stocking supplies, and performing inventory.
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Assists the Physical Therapist in providing continuing education through in-service programs for medical providers, physical therapy staff, facility employees and patients.
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Performs the responsibilities of a Physical Therapist Assistant to insure safe, progressive, efficient and effective patient care.
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Accountable for judgment and action as designated by the Code of Ethics of the A.P.T.A.
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Performs other related duties as directed.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- N/A
Education
- Associates degree in Physical Therapy approved by American Physical Therapy Association required.
License, Certification, Registration
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Physical Therapy Assistant License (Maryland) required at hire OR Compact License: Physical Therapist Assistant required at hire
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Basic Life Support
Additional Requirements:
- In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal and communication skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in an outpatient setting preferred.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Physical Therapy Assistant, 20hrs, Kensington
LOCATION: North Kensington, Maryland
REQNUMBER: 1437440
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
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