Physical Therapist Assistant - EmergiTEL HR Solutions Inc

Title - Physical Therapy Assistant
Terms - 13 weeks
Shifts - 8 am - 4:30 pm
Location -100 Chambers St, Cumberland, RI 02864, United States

Responsibilities

• Consulting with patients to learn about their physical condition.
• Assessing and interpreting patient evaluations and test results.
• Developing treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques.
• Creating personalized fitness-oriented health care programs for patients.
• Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility.
• Advising patients on exercise techniques.
• Advising patients and their families about in-home treatment options.
• Providing educational information about injury prevention, ergonomics and ways to promote physical health.
• Consulting and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
• Documenting patient care history.
• Complying with rules, regulations, and procedures.

Requirements

• A master degree in physical therapy from an accredited educational institution.
• Passed the National Physical Therapist Examination (NPTE).
• Compliant with state regulatory requirements.
• A valid license to practice physical therapy.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Compassionate and attentive to detail.
• Possess up-to-date knowledge of treatment practices.
• Ability to solve problems independently.
• Excellent analytical and logical thinking.
• Ability to manage patients with different personalities.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence at a professional level.
• Ability to use a computer and software proficiently.
• Drive to continually learn new treatment techniques.
• Completion of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)-accredited residency program.