Download Regulation 42 CFR 421 - Western Missouri Medical Center

POSITION TITLE: Physical Therapist Assistant
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Rehabilitation Services
DATE: 06/30/14
JOB SUMMARY:
Physical Therapist Assistants function under the direct supervision of the
Physical Therapists. Physical Therapist Assistants assume responsibility
and accountability for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment
procedures as determined by a Plan of Care established under the
recommendations of a Physical Therapist and in accordance with the
Missouri practice act and established hospital and departmental policies
and procedures to promote or restore the patients’ highest functional
status while providing quality patient care.
Physical Therapist Assistants provide physical therapy interventions and
patient/family education, and work cooperatively with other patient care
providers using interdisciplinary teamwork.
Physical Therapist Assistants participate in performance improvement
programs and development activities, provide input in budgetary planning
processes, contribute to cost-effectiveness of services provided by the
department, communicate observations and suggestions related to
opportunities for improvement, and maintain positive relations with all
customers.
Physical Therapist Assistants participate in department cleaning,
organizing, and monitoring equipment safety/status, and assist the unit
secretary as needed and as appropriate.
Physical Therapist Assistants may be assigned to orient staff and
students. Physical Therapist Assistants may also assist in WMMC support
groups as appropriate.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Generally pleasant environment consisting of outpatient gym areas
(including pool area) and appropriate inpatient areas as needed to treat
inpatients. Subject to frequent interruptions, and manageable patient
caseload.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
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
Valid registration and licensure as Physical Therapist Assistant by the
Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts with either an
Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited APTA certified
school or “grandfathered” as a Physical Therapist Assistant outlined by the
State of Missouri Board of Healing Arts.
The physical therapist assistant is to be knowledgeable regarding growth
and development and treating the physical and psychological needs of
patients of all ages as allowed by the Missouri State Practice Act for
Physical Therapist Assistants.
RELATIONSHIPS:
 Reports directly to the Director of Rehabilitation Services
 Supervised by Physical Therapists (see above job description)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequency Scale: 1 = Rarely/Never; 2 = Occasionally; 3 = Frequently and 4 = Consistently
Activity
Climbing
1
2
3
4
x
Activity
1
2
3 4
Activity
1
2 3 4
Talking
x
Lifting
- Normal
Conversations
x
- Over 50#
x
- Over 25#
x
x
Hand-Eye
Coordination
Kneeling
x
- Loud
Commands or
Public
Speaking
Pulling
x
Hearing
x
- Under 25#
x
Pushing
x
- Normal
Conversations
x
Memory
x
Reaching
x
- Other
Sounds or
Auditory
Alarms
- Short term
x
x
x
x
Standing
x
Vision
x
- Long Term
x
Sitting
x
- Acuity, Near
x
x
- Acuity, Far
x
Analytical
Thinking
Attention to
Detail
Concentration
Stooping
x
x
Walking
x
- Color Vision
Range of
Motion
x
Use of
Hands
x
Decision
Making
x
- Arms
x
- General
Manual
Dexterity
x
Reading
x
- Shoulders
x
- Keyboard
Skills or
Typing
x
Writing
x
x
x
AGE CATEGORIES OF INDIVIDUALS SERVED:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate
care to the following patient population:
__x_Neonatal (1-30 days)
__x_Infants (30 days-1 year) _x__Geriatric
__x_Adolescent (13-18 years)
__x_Adult (19-70 years)
(70+ yrs)
____No patient contact
__x_Children (1-12 years)
CORE DEPARTMENTAL COMPETENCIES:
 Supports the Medical Center’s Mission/Vision/Philosophy positively.
 Appropriately handles telephone and e-mail communications.
 Maintains an effective rapport with all customers.
 Assists co-workers as needed/requested.
 Handles inquiries from employees/public as needed.
 Maintains all Medical Center licensure and certifications.
 Screens patients for therapy treatments as needed/requested.
 Possesses a working knowledge of department policies.
 Covers/assists with the front desk duties as needed and as available.
This is not necessarily an inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, tasks,
requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is
intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves
the right to modify essential functions of the job or to require that other or
different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies,
changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technical developments).
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Director
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Employee
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