Physical Therapist Assistant
Core
Deliver physical therapy treatments to acute care patients under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist to help them regain strength, mobility, and independence.
Role type
Physical Therapist Assistant (acute care)
Builds
Patient rehabilitation plans and functional independence
Domain
Healthcare / Physical Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
therapeutic exercises, mobility training, patient handling, documentation, care plan implementation, interdisciplinary collaboration, HIPAA compliance, patient education
Preferred skills
outpatient orthopedic clinic experience, PRN availability
Technologies
electronic health record systems
Responsibilities
Deliver engaging physical therapy treatments to acute care patients, track patient progress with detailed documentation, educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, participate in case conferences and discharge planning, maintain a safe treatment environment
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC