Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Description

General Description:
Under direct supervision of a Physical Therapist, carries out treatment plan developed by Physical Therapist in accordance with physician’s orders.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
• Provides supervised treatments indicated by the Physical Therapist, using such modalities as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, hot and/or cold packs.
• Assists with patient transfers, exercise, walking, etc.
• Provides therapist with input concerning effectiveness of treatments, adjustments needed to the treatment plan to accommodate patient, adverse reactions, etc.
• Makes appropriate documentation in chart concerning progress and cosigned by licensed Physical Therapist.
• Administers motorized traction to relieve neck and back pain.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, practices, techniques, equipment and procedures used in physical therapy.
• Knowledge of equipment and the ability to adjust equipment to suite patient’s needs.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and excellent communication skills in guiding patients to assume responsibility for their treatment and development.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Knowledge of computers.