Summary:

The Physical Therapist Assistant reports directly to the Clinical Manager and/or Assistant Clinical Manager (ACM) of their respective department and practices under the general supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides treatment to improve the functional status of their patients by achieving or restoring strength endurance and mobility in accordance with the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist. Physical Therapist Assistant provides treatment to patients of all ages as defined by the scope of practice of the department in which they work.

Responsibilities:

Demonstrates safe mobilization of patients using proper body mechanics and/ or lift transfer equipment to ensure personal and patient safety.

Consults with physical therapist to progress patients to desired outcomes.

Provides feedback to physical therapist regarding patient goals and treatment plan.

Provides feedback to physical therapist regarding discharge recommendations/appropriateness.

Consults with physical therapist regarding patient needs/ referrals/ consults.

Notifies physical therapist of need for patient reassessment or reevaluation.

in performance of exercise and equipment/assistive device use within the plan of care.

Completes documentation and charges accurately and timely in compliance with department policy.

Seeks additional guidance when necessary to ensure safe and effective patient care.

Works as a member of the interdisciplinary team to support departmental and patient needs.

Participates in strategic departmental quality improvement initiatives.

Exhibits effective and professional verbal and non-verbal communication.

Communicates clearly respectfully and honestly with patients and/or caregivers and colleagues.

Adjusts communication and response to the level of understanding of the listener.

Other information:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Refers specific complex problems to Physical Therapist/ ACM and/or Clinical Manager when clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Rhode Island Hospital USA:RI:Providence

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Union: UNAP