Physical Therapy Assistant
Orlando, Florida
Physical Therapy Assistant / Physical Therapist Assistant Generic
Location
AdventHealth East Orlando: 7727 Lake Underhill Rd, Orlando, FL 32822
AdventHealth East Orlando , a 265-bed community hospital, has been serving East Orlando residents since 1941 as an innovative local leader that fills a vital need in a fast-growing area
A recent 200,000 square-foot expansion project upgraded the hospital to 265 beds, with a spacious patient tower and 80 new private rooms designed to enhance the holistic care experience
Annual number of emergency cases: 89,018
Top Reasons to work at AdventHealth East Orlando
Work Hours/Shift:
• Full Time Day (Alternating Shifts) 8:00AM - 6:30PM
Week 1 Tuesday and Thursday thru Saturday
Week 2 Wednesday thru Saturday
You Will Be Responsible For:
- Based on the findings and goals established by the Physical Therapist evaluation, the Therapist Assistant implements an individualized treatment plan of care utilizing Practice Standards and recommended techniques, insurance guidelines and patient's needs. Modifies treatment plan as appropriate based upon on-going assessments and consultation with the Physical Therapist.
- Collects patient data and communicates to the Physical Therapist regarding discharge recommendations when maximum benefit has been achieved and/or according to the standards of practice and payer guidelines.
- Documents accurately, completely, and timely with legible handwriting. Uses measurable and objective terminology, following standards of practice, insurance guidelines and department /hospital policy and procedures.
- Charges patients accurately, timely and legibly according to guidelines of the CPT code format, price file and according to insurance guidelines.
- Utilizes knowledge of growth and development for assigned patient age population. Evaluates for age-appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms of the patient. Interprets data relative to patient age. Modifies approach and communication skills appropriate to the patient served, which may include: Neonate/Infant (birth < 1), Pediatric (1 < 12 yrs), Adolescent (12 < 18 yrs), Adult (18 < 65 yrs) and Geriatric (65 + yrs).
Qualifications
What Will You Need:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
- Associate's degree in Physical Therapy
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED :
- N/A
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED :
- Current valid State of Florida license as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Temporary State of Florida permit as Physical Therapist Assistant*
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Job Summary:
The Physical Therapy/Therapist Assistant provides direct and indirect services to specific age groups in the acute care, inpatient and/or outpatient rehabilitation settings. Utilizes process improvement in achieving the goals of the Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Department. Adheres to the AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies, and accrediting bodies. May supervise other Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapist Assistant interns, technical aides and volunteers. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
Created: 2024-06-28
Reference: 24021342
Country: United States
State: Florida
City: Orlando
ZIP: 32829
About AdventHealth
Founded in: 1973
Number of Employees: 80000
Website: https://www.adventhealth.com/
Career site: https://jobs.adventhealth.com/
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AdventHealth
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