Physical Therapist Assistant
Pivot Health Solutions is a premier provider of health and wellness services that focuses on getting people back to health, preventing injury and staying fit where they work, live and play.
Our family of brands include Pivot Physical Therapy, Pivot Onsite Innovations, Pivot Occupational Health, Pivot Sports Medicine and Pivot Performance.
We wouldn't be Pivot without our passionate and dedicated team members.
If you're looking for a rewarding career in a setting that promotes clinical excellence, professional advancement and teamwork, apply now!Pivot Physical Therapy is looking for an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team in Lexington Park, Maryland!Job
Summary:
The Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures.
Reports to:
Clinic DirectorEssential Duties and
Responsibilities:
Provides patient care in accordance with the laws of the State Board of Physical Therapy and utilizing the Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy and the Guide for Professional Conduct, as developed by the American Physical Therapy Association, APTA.
Monitors response to therapy as delineated in the Guide to Physical Therapy PracticeUtilizes robust functional exercises in patient care within the parameters defined by the therapistIncorporates progressive exercise programs in patient care that focus on functional transition, progressive loads, progressive volume, and a commitment to high level functioningProvides skilled manual therapy with majority of patients when indicated within the parameters defined by the therapistEmploys skilled modality use in patient careEducates patients about physical therapy, their treatment plan, injury prevention, ergonomics, and ways to promote health within the scope of your expertiseEnsures patient is scheduled with evaluating physical therapist as per regulatory guidelinesCompletes required documentation as per compliance and regulatory guidelinesDelegates appropriate patient care support activities that adhere to state practice guidelines, to non-licensed clinical staffNotifies evaluating physical therapist of any matters pertaining to the care of the patient as neededEnsures that the evaluating therapist and physician's relationship with their patient is not compromisedRelays relevant information to case managers and insurance carriers to aid in authorizations or care.
Communicates and demonstrates a professional image and attitude for patients and their family, co-workers, and supervisorsServes as a resource for support staff and participate in their trainingPromotes the profession of Physical Therapy, Pivot Physical Therapy Inc.
as a company, and yourself as professional through community outreach events, approved social media avenues, and networkingActively participates in regional and corporate marketing directivesAdheres to Code of Conduct as established by Pivot's Compliance ProgramFollows all safety procedures and complies with all policies and procedures as instructedFills-in at other locations as requiredPerforms other duties which may be deemed necessaryRequired Education, Certifications and Licenses:
Graduate of Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Educational ProgramValid Physical Therapist Assistant License, in good standing Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of current Physical Therapy treatmentsSkill in written and verbal communicationAbility to follow directionAbility to relate positively with individuals involved in patient's care, patients, co-workersAbility to keep patient information confidential and communicate appropriatelySuccess factors include:
Strong listening skills, compassionate, ethical, upbeat and friendly, organized / effective time management, multi-taskingExperience working in an outpatient physical therapy settingExperience working in a customer service related field preferred.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Our family of brands include Pivot Physical Therapy, Pivot Onsite Innovations, Pivot Occupational Health, Pivot Sports Medicine and Pivot Performance.
We wouldn't be Pivot without our passionate and dedicated team members.
If you're looking for a rewarding career in a setting that promotes clinical excellence, professional advancement and teamwork, apply now!Pivot Physical Therapy is looking for an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team in Lexington Park, Maryland!Job
Summary:
The Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures.
Reports to:
Clinic DirectorEssential Duties and
Responsibilities:
Provides patient care in accordance with the laws of the State Board of Physical Therapy and utilizing the Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy and the Guide for Professional Conduct, as developed by the American Physical Therapy Association, APTA.
Monitors response to therapy as delineated in the Guide to Physical Therapy PracticeUtilizes robust functional exercises in patient care within the parameters defined by the therapistIncorporates progressive exercise programs in patient care that focus on functional transition, progressive loads, progressive volume, and a commitment to high level functioningProvides skilled manual therapy with majority of patients when indicated within the parameters defined by the therapistEmploys skilled modality use in patient careEducates patients about physical therapy, their treatment plan, injury prevention, ergonomics, and ways to promote health within the scope of your expertiseEnsures patient is scheduled with evaluating physical therapist as per regulatory guidelinesCompletes required documentation as per compliance and regulatory guidelinesDelegates appropriate patient care support activities that adhere to state practice guidelines, to non-licensed clinical staffNotifies evaluating physical therapist of any matters pertaining to the care of the patient as neededEnsures that the evaluating therapist and physician's relationship with their patient is not compromisedRelays relevant information to case managers and insurance carriers to aid in authorizations or care.
Communicates and demonstrates a professional image and attitude for patients and their family, co-workers, and supervisorsServes as a resource for support staff and participate in their trainingPromotes the profession of Physical Therapy, Pivot Physical Therapy Inc.
as a company, and yourself as professional through community outreach events, approved social media avenues, and networkingActively participates in regional and corporate marketing directivesAdheres to Code of Conduct as established by Pivot's Compliance ProgramFollows all safety procedures and complies with all policies and procedures as instructedFills-in at other locations as requiredPerforms other duties which may be deemed necessaryRequired Education, Certifications and Licenses:
Graduate of Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Educational ProgramValid Physical Therapist Assistant License, in good standing Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of current Physical Therapy treatmentsSkill in written and verbal communicationAbility to follow directionAbility to relate positively with individuals involved in patient's care, patients, co-workersAbility to keep patient information confidential and communicate appropriatelySuccess factors include:
Strong listening skills, compassionate, ethical, upbeat and friendly, organized / effective time management, multi-taskingExperience working in an outpatient physical therapy settingExperience working in a customer service related field preferred.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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