Description
As a Physical Therapy Assistant you will perform a variety of tasks under the direction and supervision of Physical Therapists. You will be expected to provide a high quality of patient care by administering physical therapy care programs and monitoring and communicating patients' progress. You have the responsibility of providing an exceptional patient experience and treating patients in order to produce effective outcomes. Responsibilities Include - Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other State authorized practitioner, as directed.
- Submits required documentation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department. Maintains progress notes and discharge summaries of assigned patients.
- Responds appropriately to established department emergency procedures for patient safety and care when necessary
- Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
- May attend family meetings/conferences pertaining to the welfare and management of assigned patients.
Qualifications
- Associate's Degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited college, required.
- Must be currently certified and registered as Physical Therapy Assistant in New York State
- Previous hospital/rehabilitation center experience preferred.
- Availability to work weekends
- Knowledge of FIM (Functional Independence Measure), strongly preferred
Our Culture Transforming care, optimizing patient satisfaction and creating better patient outcomes are just some of the things our talented team members are doing at North Shore-LIJ each and every day. As a culture committed to providing our customers with the highest quality service, we stand behind our core values: Patients first; Caring; Excellence; Innovation; Integrity and Teamwork. It is our commitment and our culture that sets us apart from others and is the cornerstone of everything we do. Join an organization whose team members are valued, cared for and offered continuous opportunities to grow. Click on the link to learn more about us: www.northshorelij.com/goals Please note: North Shore-LIJ is a smoke-free environment. Smoking and the use of tobacco products is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises. Free smoking cessation programs and quit medications are offered to team members who wish to quit through the North Shore-LIJ Center for Tobacco Control.
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