What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN Physical Therapy Assistant position at Louisiana ENT Specialists?
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact on people's lives and assisting them on their journey to recovery? If so, we invite you to join our dedicated team as a Physical Therapy Assistant! In this role, you'll play a crucial part in supporting our skilled physical therapy professionals and helping patients regain their strength, mobility, and independence.
Primary Responsibilities:
Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough evaluations of patients' physical conditions, including their medical history, pain levels, range of motion, strength, balance, and functional abilities.
Treatment Planning: Develop personalized treatment plans based on the assessment findings. These plans outline specific therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, modalities (such as heat or cold therapy), and other interventions to address the patient's needs and goals.
Hands-On Therapy: Administer hands-on techniques, such as joint mobilization, soft tissue manipulation, and therapeutic massage to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance function.
Exercise Prescription: Prescribe and guide patients through therapeutic exercises and stretches designed to improve strength, flexibility, coordination, and overall physical function.
Pain Management: Utilize various pain management techniques, including the use of heat, cold, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound to alleviate pain and promote healing.
Education: Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, and strategies for self-care and injury prevention.
Progress Monitoring: Continuously assess and record patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
Equipment and Assistive Devices: Recommend and provide instructions on the use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment, such as crutches, canes, or wheelchairs, to enhance mobility.
Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, occupational therapists, and nurses, to coordinate comprehensive care plans and ensure patients receive the best possible treatment.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, including evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information, in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Research and Continuing Education: Stay up-to-date with the latest advances in physical therapy by participating in continuing education and, in some cases, conducting research in the field.
Adherence to Ethics and Standards: Adhere to the ethical principles and standards set by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and state licensing boards.
Skills and Qualifications:
State licensure or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant, which typically requires passing a national exam.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with patients and collaborate with other healthcare providers.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics.
Clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
Physical stamina and dexterity to perform hands-on treatments.
Empathy and patience when working with patients facing physical challenges.
Time management skills to balance patient care, documentation, and administrative tasks.
Dedication to continuing education and professional development.
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