Physical Therapy Assistant-Rehab-Per Diem-Day-Mount Sinai Queens

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant-Rehab-Per Diem-Day-Mount Sinai Queens Provides treatment according to a plan developed by and under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, maintains communication with the physical therapist regarding patient plan of care, documents appropriately and maintains their own statistics. - Implements treatment programs to assigned patients, based on the treatment plan established by the physical therapist. - Assumes responsibility for all documentation requirements in a timely manner. - Provides feedback to the physical therapist on a regular basis, indicating the patient's progress in treatment. Coordinates with other disciplines as needed. - Pro-actively alerts physical therapist regarding changes in patient condition. - Recommends appropriate durable medical equipment in coordination with appropriate team members. - Participates in discharge planning, makes recommendations in discussion with physical therapist for continued physical therapy. - Attends all appropriate conferences, rounds, in-services and meetings. - Attends clinics as assigned. - Participates in supervision of PTA students on clinical affiliations. - Must be a current member of the...