Job Description
The Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) supports the Physical Therapist by implementing treatment plans, providing therapy, and documenting patient progress. The LPTA may also adjust treatments based on the patient’s needs, following the therapist’s plan, ensuring that patients receive high-quality, effective rehabilitation and support during their recovery process, while also promoting overall health and wellness.
*Responsibilities: *
* Carry out treatment plans developed by the physical therapist, which may include exercises, manual therapy, modalities (e.g., heat, cold, ultrasound), and functional activities for both surgical and non-surgical conditions.
* Observe and record patient progress during therapy sessions, making notes of improvements or challenges to communicate with the physical therapist for any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan.
* Instruct patients on exercises, techniques, and activities to improve mobility and function, and advise on proper use of assistive devices. Provide guidance on injury prevention and lifestyle changes.
* Provide hands-on care and assist patients with mobility, strengthening exercises, and performing daily activities to help restore their independence.
* Measures patients' range of motion, body measurements, and vital signs to assess the effects of treatments or for patient evaluations.
* Maintain accurate records of patient sessions, including progress notes and updates to treatment plans, in compliance with healthcare regulations and facility standards.
* Work closely with physical therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and meet the patient’s goals.
* Ensure therapy equipment is clean, well-maintained, and ready for use. Help keep therapy areas clean and organized.
* Follow all safety protocols, healthcare regulations, and ethical standards in providing patient care. Adhere to HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
* Participate in ongoing education and training to maintain licensure and stay up-to-date with the latest physical therapy practices and advancements.
* Adheres to compliant billing practices, ensuring full compliance with all relevant rules and regulations.
* Fits patients with orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, including crutches.
* Transports patients to and from treatment areas, assisting with lifting and transferring according to positioning needs, and securing them onto therapy equipment.
* Participate in the instruction and evaluation of, and work with Therapy students.
* Communicating with supervisors, peers, or subordinates.
* Performing for or working directly with the public.
*Physical Demands:*
* Frequently standing, walking, and sitting. Ability to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear. Ability to pull, lift, carry, and push greater than 50lbs repetitively. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.
*Education and Experience *
* Years of Experience: 1+ years of clinical experience in physical therapy is preferred
* Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
* License, Certificate or Registration: Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) Virginia State License, CPR Certification
*Skills:*
* Active Listening
* Speaking
* Reading Comprehension
* Writing
* Critical Thinking
* Social Perceptiveness
* Instructing
* Complex Problem Solving
* Operation Control & Monitoring
* Troubleshooting
* Time Management
* Computer & Electronic Medical Records (EMR) System Navigation
* Strong knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology, and therapeutic techniques.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Continuing education credits
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Orthopedics
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
* Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)
Ability to Commute:
* Hampton, VA 23666 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Full time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift, Monday to Friday,