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250004RZ

Physical Therapist Assistant Inpatient Elyria

Position #: 250004RZ
Position: Physical Therapist Assistant Inpatient Elyria
UH Facility: Elyria Medical Center
Shift: PRN
Status: Per Diem
Work Days of Week: PRN

City: Elyria

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ABOUT US

At University Hospitals, everything we do is focused on helping patients and their families achieve optimal health, realize improved quality of life, and get back to what’s most important in their lives.

Our goal is to create an atmosphere where the best allied health professionals and support staff can learn, grow and make a real, positive impact on all those we serve. An allied health career with University Hospitals provides the opportunity for you to Be the Difference.

Join Us and Be the difference in Advancing the Science of Health and the Art of Compassion.

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JOB DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS

Description

A Brief Overview

Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) work under licensed physical therapists to help people with physical injuries or illnesses of to regain range of movement and control their pain. Under the PT’s direction, PTAs help people who have lost motor function due to accidents, illness or age.

What You Will Do

  • Provide physical therapy services only under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
  • Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients as they practice exercises or functional activities.
  • Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress and provide results to physical therapist in person or through progress notes.
  • Confer with physical therapy staff or others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, or coordinating treatment.
  • Administer active or passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, aquatic physical therapy, or heat, light, sound, or electrical modality treatments, such as ultrasound.
  • Measure patients’ range-of-joint motion, body parts, or vital signs to determine effects of treatments or for patient evaluations.
  • Communicate with or instruct caregivers or family members on patient therapeutic activities or treatment plans.
  • Transport patients to and from treatment areas, lifting and transferring them according to positioning requirements.
  • Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment.
  • Train patients in the use of orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices.
  • Assist patients to dress, undress, or put on and remove supportive devices, such as braces, splints, or slings.
  • Clean work area and check and store equipment after treatment.
  • Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices, such as crutches.
  • Monitor operation of equipment and record use of equipment and administration of treatment.
  • Perform clerical duties, such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering telephone, taking messages, or filling out forms.
  • Administer traction to relieve neck or back pain, using intermittent or static traction equipment.
  • Prepare treatment areas and electrotherapy equipment for use by physiotherapists.
  • Implement selected components of care and interventions in a technically competent manner.
  • Identify patient’s needs and exhibit compassion, caring, and empathy to individual differences.
  • Recommend options, courses of action or modifications in selected treatments ensuring patient’s progress, safety and comfort.
  • Apply the latest research related to restoring function, reducing symptoms frequency, and preventing injury.
  • Complete documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services.
  • Perform selected data collection and obtain accurate information.
  • Measure performance and report on patient’s medical record.
  • Participate in patient status judgments.
  • Adhere to ethical and legal standards.
  • Ensure continued competence and updated field knowledge.
  • Assesses learning needs, develops competency plans and provides opportunities for learning
  • Participate in quality standards and identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes.
  • Participates in departmental meeting and programs.
  • Develop and maintain favorable internal relationships, partnerships with co-workers, including clinical managers, clinical support staff, providers and business office staff.
  • Collaborate with all members of the care team in providing patient-centered care.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
  • For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
  • Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

Education

  • Associate’s Degree from a college or university accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (Required)

Work Experience

  • 3+ years experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant or at the discretion of Rehab Director (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Strong level of skill at building relationships and providing excellent customer service. (Required proficiency)
  • Effective skills in managing difficult clients and patients. (Required proficiency)
  • High degree of knowledge and competency in the practice and associated charting requirements. (Required proficiency)
  • Requisite skills and ability to perform certain clinical tasks as assigned. (Required proficiency)
  • High level of problem solving skill to better serve patients and staff. (Required proficiency)
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to utilize computers for data entry and information retrieval. (Required proficiency)
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to implement, and evaluate operational and administrative processes. (Required proficiency)
  • Experience/knowledge of Joint Commission accreditation process and requirements, as well as all federal, state and local regulations and standards associated with the delivery of care in a Federally Qualified Health Center. (Required proficiency)
  • Demonstrated understanding and/or experience working in a patient-centered medical home (PCMH) environment. (Required proficiency)
  • Demonstrated understanding and/or experience working in an integrated delivery environment. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required within 90 Days)
  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, Ohio and/or Multi State Compact license (Required)

Physical Demands

  • Standing Frequently
  • Walking Frequently
  • Sitting Rarely
  • Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
  • Balancing Occasionally
  • Stooping Frequently
  • Kneeling Frequently
  • Crouching Frequently
  • Crawling Occasionally
  • Reaching Frequently
  • Handling Frequently
  • Grasping Frequently
  • Feeling Constantly
  • Talking Constantly
  • Hearing Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions Constantly
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

  • 10%

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LOCATION

Elyria Medical Center

UH Elyria Medical Center

For more than 110 years, UH Elyria Medical Center has served the health care needs of the residents of Lorain County and western Cuyahoga County.

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