Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Shift: Days

Job Type: Per Diem

The Staff Therapist Assistant shall demonstrate the clinical ability to provide therapy services to patients with various diagnoses as prescribed by a licensed physician. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

1. Follows the plan of care developed by the PT, OT, or SLP, and documents treatment within 24 hours of visit, per department policy.

2. Delivery of treatment is effective/appropriate and corresponds to the plan of care

3. The PT, OT, SLP, or Director is updated on changes in patient status.

4. Documentation of treatment and progress is completed on time.

5. Documentation on paper is legible.

6. Documentation errors are very rare.

7. Patient care is performed within department policies and in accordance with rules, regulations, code of ethics, guidelines and codes in federal, state and local laws concerning professional practices.

Minimum Education/Licensure/Certifications
BLS approved by the AHA. Associate's degree in OTA, PTA, or SLPA. Licensed by Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance. Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) or documentation that you are in the process of completing CCC, in the case of Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) SLPA.

Minimum Experience
Required - none.
Desired – One year or more.

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