Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant- Full Time Days

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Physical Therapy

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Summary

Treat patients referred for Physical Therapy services. Works as an effective Team member that contributes work efforts towards the improvement of quality patient care.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

Recognize, select and utilize effective methods of verbal and non-verbal interactions based on the age of the patient

Develop and modify goals and treatment plans in collaboration with the physical therapist

Deliver various therapeutic interventions accurately and effectively

Delegate and monitor aspects of care to appropriate PT personnel

Coordinate the delivery of physical therapy services

Document services delivered clearly, concisely, and accurately

Actively participate in the education of self, patient and others

Accurately record and submit patient related charges for patient billing and departmental productivity

Efficiently utilize resources of human, equipment and supplies

Authorized to have access to medications within their scope of practice

Cross train in other settings to provide coverage as needed

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training :

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an CAPTE accredited academic institution required

Current North Carolina license to practice physical therapy required

BLS certification required

Work Experience :

None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :

Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language

Strong interpersonal skills

Good written and verbal ability

Exercises good judgment and problem-solving skills and effectively works in a team-oriented environment

Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and integration of factors involved in patient care such that clinicians are considered a resource to others in the department

Meets the clinical challenges of the complex patient

Promotes performance improvement to improve the quality of clinical services

Participates in clinical education and training

Interacts with other clinicians and/or professional organizations such that the clinician remains aware of current professional issues

Encourages staff development

Pursues clinical growth

Demonstrates respect in all communication

Problem solves in an ethical and effective manner

Provides clinical service in accordance with CFVH/CFVRC values

Demonstrates flexibility and teamwork

Assists with project and program development while maintaining patient caseload

All clinical staff serving both inpatient and outpatient areas must attend evacuation training

All clinical staff must be oriented to restraint, seclusion and safety devices

Physical Requirements :

Ability to communicate orally, read, write, hear, and visually assess patient status

Ability to utilize proper body mechanics when examining or delivering care

Ability to transfer and transport patients of various body weight and composition

Ability to stand, bend, stoop, lift, turn, twist, sit, and walk frequently

Ability to demonstrate proper use of and manipulate equipment

Required Licenses and Certifications

LPTA - NC Board Physical Therapy Examiners

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity