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PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT II - ACUTE REHAB THERAPY
Newport Beach, CA PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Physical Therapist Assistant I works under the direction of a Physical Therapist and performs assigned procedures and tasks, according to the established Physical Therapy plan of care. This role reviews physician referrals, patients' subjective reports, Physical Therapy evaluation and goals, and the medical record, to implement the Physical Therapy treatment plan accordingly. Contact the Physical Therapist regarding any change in status or proposed treatment plan. Provides education to patient, family, and/or caregiver regarding the purpose of the activity, use of equipment, home exercise, and activity. Oversees the clinical work of the Rehabilitation Aide. Manages multiple patients at the same time and provides care in multiple clinical settings and locations. Provides services and required documentation timely, accurately, and in accordance with professional and regulatory standards. Participates in outside continuing education and incorporates information into practice. Performs other duties as assigned. Additionally, the Physical Therapist Assistant II assists with educating and orienting new staff act as a clinical instructor for students and interns, and participates as an instructor in an established class or program. Participates in educational events within the clinic and community. Seeks out advanced clinical information and attends clinical education coursework which meets the Physical Therapy Board of California guidelines and provides in-services to staff. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: *Eighteen months' experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant in an acute healthcare system environment is required. *Previous experience with Microsoft Office and healthcare database systems preferred. *Bilingual or multilingual preferred. ADDITIONALLY, SPECIFIC DEPARTMENT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: *ACUTE REHABILITATION UNIT: Demonstrates competency in Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Quality Reporting Program (IRF QRP). May require travel to patient's home for a home evaluation LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS: *Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of California is required. *Current BLS Certification required. |
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