Senior 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

Treats 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:

Recognizes, selects, and utilizes effective methods of verbal and non-verbal interactions based on the age of the patient

Develops and modifies goals and treatment plans in collaboration with the physical therapist

Delivers various therapeutic interventions accurately and effectively

Delegates and monitors aspects of care to appropriate PT personnel

Coordinates the delivery of physical therapy services

Documents services delivered clearly, concisely, and accurately

Accurately records and submits patient related charges for patient billing and departmental productivity

Efficiently utilizes resources of human, equipment and supplies

Authorized to have access to medications within their scope of practice

Serves as an administrative and clinical resource to all inter and intra-departmental personnel

Serves as a Clinical Instructor for physical therapy assistant students

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 APTA accredited academic institution

Current North Carolina license to practice physical therapy

Work Experience :

2 years of experience as a PTA required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :

Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language

Ability to effectively apply knowledge and skills learned

Effective problem solving skills

Strong interpersonal skills which requires the ability to quickly assess situations and appropriately respond in a timely manner

Ability to understand roles as defined and work within a Team-oriented environment

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