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Physical Therapy Assistant at St. Josephs Candler – Savannah, Georgia

St. Josephs Candler
Savannah, Georgia, 31405, United States
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Physical Therapy Assistant

  • Position Summary
    • The Physical Therapy Assistant is a qualified professional person who provides Physical Therapy services to patients as prescribed by the attending physician. Maintains open communications and is available to component organizations and practitioner sites for consultation.
  • Education
    • Associates - Required
  • Experience
    • 1 Year Clerical - Preferred
  • License & Certification
    • Professional License with State of Practice - Required
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required
  • Core Job Functions
    • Follows plan of care developed by Physical Therapist. Revises the physical therapy Plan of Care that is consistent with medical and nursing diagnosis. Notifies Physical Therapist and medical personnel immediately of patient status and potential problems or situations.
    • Assists patient and families to understand, accept and follow medical recommendations and provide service planned to restore patients to optimum social and health adjustment within their capacity. Displays a caring manner to all personal contact and willingly assists other staff members and patient requests. Demonstrates ability to work effectively with variety of age groups and disabilities.
    • Maintains contacts with physicians, nurse, case manager, or administrator to keep all members of team informed of patient status. Assists with Quality Assessment activities as assigned by supervisor.
    • Information recorded accurately and legibly on appropriate forms or in computer devices. Assessment, implementation, resolution, planned goals and nursing care are documented.
    • Completes all required documentation according to Agency policies and procedures. Collaborates with all personnel through patient Team Conference to identify, clarify and respond to the needs of the patient.

Job Location

Savannah, Georgia, 31405, United States

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