Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

The Physical Therapy Assistant:

• Provides clinical services to appropriate residents under physician’s orders

• Reports information relating to the patient’s progress, complications, and/or response to treatment to the Physical Therapist

• Assists Physical Therapist in performing procedures, test and complex treatments to ensure the safe, effective evaluation and treatment of patients

• Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth and development by participating in continuing education programs and other appropriate learning experiences

• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, facility, and physician-related information

• Maintains accurate billing information, in accordance with procedures, on a daily basis

• Attends and participates in interdisciplinary meetings, as appropriate, to relay clinical findings and recommendations to other members of the rehab team

• Attends and participates in family meetings, as appropriate

• Adheres to documentation requirements of the Rehabilitation department and the facility

• Conducts staff training/education, as appropriate, via formal and informal in-services and consultations

• Reviews and follows the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and Rehab Policy and Procedure Manual

• Supervises non-professional staff, as appropriate