Physical Therapist Assistant Float - Chicago/SW Suburbs
Company: Athletico
Location: Oak Lawn
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Greater Purpose and Core ValuesAthletico empowers people,
inspires hope and transforms lives. This is accomplished
throughdemonstrating our core values of one team, understanding our
business, recognition, people-focus,accountability, continuous
innovation and trust & integrity.Position SummaryA Physical
Therapist Assistant provides safe and effective therapy services to
persons impaired by physical illness or injury, congenital or
development disability and/or the aging process, under the
direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist in all
practice settings.EXPECTATIONS: Under the direct supervision of the
Facility Manager and supervising physical therapist, the Physical
Therapist Assistant will be responsible for:Providing exceptional
patient care and serviceProgressing patient's plan of care that has
been established by thephysical therapist. Periodic written and
dictated communication to physicians through progress notes and
discharge summaries after consulting with supervising PT regarding
patient's plan of care.Frequent communication with supervising PT
regarding appropriate treatment plan, follow-up appointments, and
potential discharge for patientsSupervising rehabilitation aides
with patient care and administrative staff as neededCommunity
Services (such as):Hosting a booth at a health related
fair.Presenting an in-service on orthopedic injuries or
prevention.Providing coverage to special events such as sport
camps, races, tournaments & lectures.Performing complimentary
screenings to the public with appropriate referrals as
necessary.Daily paperwork. All PT Assistant's are responsible for
documenting all treatment in patient charts and completing all
written communications in a timely manner, i.e., progress notes,
discharge summaries, daily S.O.A.P. notes, charge slips, and daily
total sheets, and insurance/plan of care forms as necessary.
Physical Therapist Assistants are also responsible for keeping the
patients chart up to date with current scripts, tally sheets, and
monitoring insurance coverage.Establish and develop professional
relations with other potential referral sources including:Physician
contacts - inform physicians of our services, locations, quality
patient care and philosophy to be the best provider of therapy
services in the area workingAttend patient physician appointments
and perform shadow opportunities when possibleProvide appropriate
and timely written and/or verbal communication and follow-up when
necessaryContinue the development of professional skills and
interest through continuing education course, program involvement,
staff in-services and professional meetingsQUALIFICATIONS:Current
licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state
practicingAssociates degree, accredited by an accredited PTA
ProgramCurrent CPR certification and AED trainingMinimum of 2 years
experience outpatient experience preferredStrong communication
skillsEnergetic and a team playerAbility to work in a fast-paced
team environmentAthletico provides equal employment opportunities
to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and
conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,
promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of
absence, compensation and training.
Keywords: Athletico, Oak Lawn , Physical Therapist Assistant Float - Chicago/SW Suburbs, Other , Oak Lawn, Illinois
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