Job Information
Baptist Memorial Assistant Physical Therapist in Jackson, Mississippi
Overview
Job Summary
Delivers therapeutic physical therapy intervention under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Provides treatment, participates in discharge planning, and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. May supervise clinical students and support staff according to state guidelines including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Provides treatment under supervision of licensed physical therapist.
Participates in discharge planning information, which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
Contributes to the development of staff and students including the assessment of the daily workload.
Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
- Entry Level
Preferred/Desired
Education
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Minimum Required
- Basic computer literacy skills such as keyboarding, using a mouse, navigating sites.
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Minimum Required
- BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;PTA
Preferred/Desired
REQNUMBER: 31294