CO - Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Description

WORK WHERE OTHERS VACATION IN BEAUTIFUL SALIDA, CO. Expreince in Outpatient and Ortho Care Required. 12 week contract that may extend to 6 months. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Performs the duties per the Physical Therapist Assistant Scope of Practice, including but not limited to: a. Examines patients with impairments, functional limitations, and disability or other healthrelated conditions in order to best administer the plan of care provided by the physical therapist. b. Alleviates impairments and functional limitations by implementing the plan of care outlined by the Physical Therapist and modifying therapeutic interventions within the scope of the treatment plan. c. Prevents injury, impairments, functional limitations, and disability, including the promotion and maintenance of fitness, health, and quality of life in all age populations. d. Engages in consultation, education, and research. e. Maintains a record on each patient including physician orders, diagnosis, treatment, progress, record of attendance and summary, in a timely manner. Submit and verify patient charges for services rendered. f. Provides appropriate supervision of aides as specified by scope of practice. g. Participate in discharge planning process. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE The Physical Therapist Assistant is a graduate of a physical therapist assistant/ Associate degree program accredited by the APTA and an agency recognized by the Secretary of the US Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. 2 years experience and/or training required CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Current, active Physical Therapy Assistant Certification under the Colorado State Board of Physical Therapy. Current CPR Certification.

Shift: Monday- Friday 40 hours per week.

Specialty Type: Rehabilitation Therapy

Sub Specialties: Physical Therapy Assistant

General Certifications: Rehabilitation Certifications(ASHA,CHT,ACP Training )

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