Medina Healthcare System
Physical Therapist Assistant | PRN (2631)
Medina Healthcare System, Hondo, Texas, United States, 78861
Physical Therapist Assistant | PRN (2631)
Apply for the Physical Therapist Assistant | PRN (2631) role at Medina Healthcare System.
Position Purpose:
Provides rehabilitation care services in accordance with MHS policies and medical staff directives. Must understand and follow written or verbal instructions. Adheres to MHS Standard Precaution policy and procedure. Performs other duties as requested by the supervisor.
Key Responsibilities:
Administers physical therapy treatments to patients under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist.
Performs active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, and modality treatments such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot/cold packs.
Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain.
Instructs, motivates, and assists patients to improve functional activities such as walking, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities.
Observes patients during treatments and compiles and evaluates data on patient responses to treatments and progress, reporting orally or in writing to the Physical Therapist.
Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
Confers with members of physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
Gives orientation to new Physical Therapist Assistants; directs and gives instructions to Physical Therapy Aides.
Performs clerical duties such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering telephone, taking messages, and filling out forms.
Measures patient’s range‑of‑joint motion, length, girth, and vital signs to determine effects of treatments and assist the Physical Therapist in compiling data for patient evaluations.
Monitors treatments administered by Physical Therapy Aides.
Assists in collecting data for the Patient Information (PI) program.
Maintains treatment areas clean and in order.
Maintains positive and effective relationships with other departments and the Medical Staff.
Maintains open communication and problem‑solving atmosphere with other departments to achieve quality patient care.
Attends in‑service training at the Director’s request, including hospital orientation and annual skills fair.
Preceptor new hires as requested.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Education:
Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school.
Current license from the Texas Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Must be able to lift over 50 pounds.
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
Must be able to bend, squat, push, stoop, and pull as needed, especially in fulfilling job responsibilities.
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Position Purpose:
Provides rehabilitation care services in accordance with MHS policies and medical staff directives. Must understand and follow written or verbal instructions. Adheres to MHS Standard Precaution policy and procedure. Performs other duties as requested by the supervisor.
Key Responsibilities:
Administers physical therapy treatments to patients under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist.
Performs active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, and modality treatments such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot/cold packs.
Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain.
Instructs, motivates, and assists patients to improve functional activities such as walking, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities.
Observes patients during treatments and compiles and evaluates data on patient responses to treatments and progress, reporting orally or in writing to the Physical Therapist.
Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
Confers with members of physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
Gives orientation to new Physical Therapist Assistants; directs and gives instructions to Physical Therapy Aides.
Performs clerical duties such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering telephone, taking messages, and filling out forms.
Measures patient’s range‑of‑joint motion, length, girth, and vital signs to determine effects of treatments and assist the Physical Therapist in compiling data for patient evaluations.
Monitors treatments administered by Physical Therapy Aides.
Assists in collecting data for the Patient Information (PI) program.
Maintains treatment areas clean and in order.
Maintains positive and effective relationships with other departments and the Medical Staff.
Maintains open communication and problem‑solving atmosphere with other departments to achieve quality patient care.
Attends in‑service training at the Director’s request, including hospital orientation and annual skills fair.
Preceptor new hires as requested.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Education:
Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school.
Current license from the Texas Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Must be able to lift over 50 pounds.
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
Must be able to bend, squat, push, stoop, and pull as needed, especially in fulfilling job responsibilities.
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