Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA)-FT Days-Trenton

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e. g., part-time).

Pay Range

$27.05 - $35.15

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Position Overview

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

Provides physical therapy treatment under the supervision of the physical therapist. Documents all aspects of physical therapy services in a timely and effective manner. Engages in professional development. Carries out projects and assigned ongoing department functions effectively. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Graduation from accredited physical therapy school or education approved by NJ State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Licensed as a physical therapist in NJ

Experience: One year experience preferred with patient populations specific to the position including acute adult inpatient, adult outpatient, and pediatric care. BLS or AHA Heartsaver AED.

Other Credentials: Physical Therapist Asst

2 hours of Stroke related Continuing Education contact hours annually if working in acute care setting. Stroke education is only applicable to those working with patients in the stroke program.

Knowledge and Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and cultural competence. Special Training: Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Usual Work Day:8 Hours

• Reporting Relationships
• Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

Essential Functions

Demonstrates willingness to adapt to changing departmental demands. Shifts among campuses to fulfill patient needs as required.

Ensures documentation is timely including submission of attendance/charging records or "billing sheets". Ensures documentation is complete and effective in communicating essential aspects of care, including treatment program, skilled services provided, patient attendance record, and communication with supervising therapist.

Ensures documentation of time spent with patient is accurate and clear, and statistical data such as charging, is accurate and documentation of a patient encounter includes date and time. Ensures documentation of data, questionnaires, and surveys measuring patient outcomes is complete as required.

Implements therapist's treatment plan utilizing appropriate treatment procedures, modalities, exercise programs, and manual techniques. Supports therapists in maintaining coordination of care with physicians, nurses and other providers and team members.

Instructs patients, families, and other caregivers to perform therapeutic activities safely and effectively to improve the patient's level of function, achieve treatment goals, and maximize carryover of home instructions.

Participates in committees, special projects, performance improvement (PI) activities, and assists therapists with presentations to community, including occasional participation in events outside of work hours as needed.

Participates in educational opportunities and self-directed learning. Participates in clinical education program for PTA students.

Recognizes and responds to changes in the patient's condition. Pursues clear direction from therapist immediately for urgent issues. Pursues appropriate times for discussion of patient issues not in need of urgent attention.

Takes accountability for progress and problem-solving of at least one assigned project or ongoing department function. Maintains clear records associated with the projects such as data collection tools, dates, and times of actions taken as appropriate. Maintains proactive timeliness of project activities.

Takes responsibility for problems or issues related to patient care or department operations. Attempts to understand various points of view, employs positive problem-solving techniques and works toward full resolution.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Frequent physical demands include: Standing, Walking, Reaching forward, Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities, Talk or Hear

Occasional physical demands include: Sitting, Climbing (e. g., stairs or ladders), Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl, Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Continuous physical demands include

Lifting Floor to Waist 35 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate HearingAnticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Dust/Particulate Matter

IND123.

This position is eligible for the following benefits

• Healthcare FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Voluntary Life Spouse
• Voluntary Life Employee
• Voluntary Life Child