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We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.
40007370 Acute Rehabilitation Services
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The Physical Therapy Assistant at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for maintaining patient care productivity, effectively implementing treatment plans established by licensed Physical Therapists, and demonstrating competence in various therapy techniques. This position requires strong organizational skills, coordination with interdisciplinary teams, and the ability to address patient needs while adhering to regulations and guidelines.JOB FUNCTIONS Supervisory. Delegates authority Rehab technicians. Budget: Remains within monthly budget when ordering equipment and supplies. Charges patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment equipment. Clinical: Maintains productivity level at department target. Effectively carries out treatment plan established by licensed Physical Therapist. Remains competent in the following areas: Therapeutic Exercise/Activity. Gait training. Cognitive skills. Wheelchair transfers. Modalities as appropriate for PTA. Attends and provides continuing education inservices. Serves as mentor for new employees. Serves as clinical instructor after one year of experience as a clinician. Completes documentation according to all regulations and in a timely manner. Other: Must be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes. Regulation: Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines. Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statutes. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Demonstrate competency in assessment and treatment of the following areas where applicable: * Neonates/Infants * Pediatrics * Adolescents * Adults * Geriatrics Must plan, organize, and implement patient treatment Must coordinate patient treatment schedule with other PTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs, SLPs, and rehab technicians Must participate in PI projects, committees, and teams and report as appropriate Establish and revise new and existing treatment protocols, policies and procedures Interact with team members, physicians, nursing personnel, social workers, payers, and other medical staff in person, by phone, and/or written communication Extensive contact with patients and visitors both in person and by phone Physical Demands
A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
$22.27 - $33.40
Associate’s Degree | Physical Therapy | Required
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