Field Physical Therapy Assistant in Austin, TX

UnitedHealth Group

Full-Time
Closes on Friday, May 31, 2024

Job Description

Provide physical therapy services to patient according to a written Plan of Care established by a PT through the orders of a physician. This may include, but will not be limited to: Performing physical therapy treatment Instructing patients and/or families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances and assistive devices Reports to supervising PT and physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition Instructs other personnel and/or family caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences Prepares and submits clinical notes based on the attainment of goals Participates in discharge planning for patient Provide in-service education related to physical therapy to agency personnel as needed Participates in peer consultation process Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care Maintain clinical competency in physical therapy practice and theory including maintaining required continuing education as specified by state licensing board Maintains a productivity standard of 27-32 visits per week Adheres to the agency’s Standard Operating Procedures as it relates to the submission of documentation Fits, adjusts, and trains patients in use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs Provides wound care as ordered by physician and within the care plan established by the PT, commensurate with experience and skills validation Advises and consults with patients and caregivers Recognizes and reports life threatening situations and responds appropriately Exhibits professionalism and is courteous with all patients, physicians and co-workers Demonstrates knowledge and observance of the Patient’s Bill of Rights and Notice of Privacy Practices Follows all infection control standard precautions and safety guidelines/standards as per agency policy Participates in educational programs and all required in-service programs to maintain comprehensive home care knowledge base, as assigned by supervisor Complies with all Homecare Dimensions, Inc. Agency’s policies and procedures. Promotes and maintains an agency environment that is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies. Participates in the agency’s endeavors for accreditation, licensing and professional recognition according to state, federal and/or CHAP’s requirements. Participates in the Performance Improvement Program activities of the Agency’s and periodic review of clinical records, as assigned

Full-Time sympOne_d20cac1e552193589fd43db886f473a9 UnitedHealth Group
Field Physical Therapy Assistant in Austin, TX - 128424