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UPMC Physical Therapy Assistant in Washington, Pennsylvania
Join Our Fun Physical Therapy Team! Ready for an exciting opportunity in the world of physical therapy? As a physical therapy assistant in our bustling rehab services department, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patient recovery, work alongside our dedicated therapists, and thrive in a friendly, team-oriented environment! If you’re passionate about helping others and eager to make a difference, apply today!
Responsibilities:
Participates in Treatment Planning and collaborates with PT in making referrals to other disciplines or agencies.
Selects therapy activities which are within the guidelines of PT standards of practice, and are patient specific.
Provides direct care to patients with ongoing interpretation of patient responses.
Informs PT of changes in patient response and activity that may affect the established plan of care.
Daily documentation includes skilled need and includes, but is not limited to, present level of function, current needs, patient/family goals, patient/family education and treatment plans.
Keeps PT and the treatment team informed of progress and needed revisions to plan and documents.
Recognizes, reports to PT any situation that warrants discontinuation of treatment.
Keeps informed of the latest technological developments and maintains professional competence and licensure requirements through various continuing education programs, in-services, seminars, and by reading relevant materials
Participates in chart audits.
Assists and orients new personnel to the department and organization.
Schedule: Day shift; various start times including 7:30AM, 8AM, 9:30AM, and 10AM, but can vary depending on caseload needs. Rotating days, weekends and holidays.
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Associate Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program required.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Physical Therapist Assistant License
Act 33, 34, 73
Internal Posting Dates: 8/8/24-8/15/24
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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