Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Home Care
Company: Banner Health
Location: Greeley
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Greeley, ColoradoDepartment Name: HomeCare
Nursing Greeley/EastWork Shift: DayJob Category:Clinical
CarePrimary Location Salary Range:$26.29 - $39.44 / hour, based on
education & experienceIn accordance with State Pay Transparency
Rules.You have a place in the health care industry! - One of the
most rewarding ways that we can rehabilitate patients is in their
own home. Whether recovering from an acute stay away from home or a
short term illness, helping patients learn to navigate the safety
challenges that their own home presents is both valuable and
rewarding. Home Health is the best way to set patients up for
independence and success in their own space, and at the cutting
edge of healthcare. - Located just 45 minutes north of Denver,
Northern Colorado offers trendy restaurants, a thriving retail
sector, and endless cultural amenities. - Between wildflower-filled
meadows and spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains, you will find
adventures by horse, mountain bike and boat plus, endless hiking
trails and world class skiing.As a Banner Home Health Physical
Therapist Assistant, you will enjoy working with a group of staff
who takes pride in what they do each day! - The clinical and
administrative staff focus on the community and the well-being of
the patients we serve. - You will also enjoy an autonomous work
environment and 1:1 patient care which will allow you to track
patients' treatment plan and their progress toward a healthy life!
-We offer mileage reimbursement and will provide you a company cell
phone and a tablet for documentation in our electronic medical
record system (Home Care Home Base).Banner Home Health offers an
opportunity to treat patients with a wide variety of clinical
conditions and goals- post-op orthopedic patients, neuro rehab,
cardiac issues and more. We pride ourselves on integration with the
hospital system. - Our therapy team is constantly growing in
collaboration and expansion within our Banner network of hospitals
and physicians. If you are looking for a variety of clinical
treatment settings and personalized care, Banner Home Care is the
place for you. - This is a Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm position
covering Greeley and surrounding areas, occasional weekend coverage
and no holidays required.Banner Home Care provides high-quality,
compassionate team of professionals who are specially trained in a
variety of fields. The care we provide focuses on assisting
patients to achieve an optimum level of health and enhancing the
quality of life in the home setting for patients. Our home care
services are based on a physician's plan of treatment and designed
to manage total care. We also educate patients and families to
promote an understanding of the disease process, its prevention and
treatment.POSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for the
administration of physical therapy treatment under the supervision
of a Physical Therapist, in accordance with physician referral,
state and local organizational standards, regulatory agencies, and
established departmental policies and procedures. This position
demonstrates the clinical competence and knowledge necessary to
provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients
served.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Administers physical therapy treatment
according to the plan of care established by the Physical
Therapist. Implements individualized treatment plan with
consideration to the patient's physical, social, spiritual,
cultural, educational and age specific needs. Provides skilled
treatment in a safe manner. Monitors ongoing effectiveness of
treatment and collaborates with Physical Therapist in modifying the
plan of care when indicated. Identifies and prioritizes key
limiting factors. Participates in discharge planning. Involves
patient and family/caregiver in the treatment and decision making
process. Provides ongoing education to physician, nurse, patient,
family/caregiver, and interdisciplinary team.2. Demonstrates
understanding of scope of practice. Documents communication with
supervising Physical Therapist. Communicates any significant change
in the patient's physical function, behavior, and/or tolerance to
treatment to the supervising Physical Therapist. Makes
recommendations to Physical Therapist on additions to or
modifications of referring orders. Provides input to the Physical
Therapist to modify/update treatment goals so they are functional,
measurable, patient related and reflect key limiting factors.
Refers patient when treatment requires skills of Physical
Therapist.3. Documents according to standards set by the department
and regulatory agencies. Completes documentation within the
established time frames of the department. Documents innovative and
individualized treatment techniques/plan. Documentation reflects
comprehensive assessment of patient's progress or lack of progress.
Treatment goals are reassessed according to department policies.4.
Communicates pertinent patient information to ensure the best
possible follow through of care. Communicates treatment results,
and patient progress to physicians, nurses, patient,
family/caregiver and the interdisciplinary team. Communicates in a
clear and timely manner. Defends treatment rationale with standard
practices and/or current literature.5. Exhibits adaptability in
assignments as it relates to caseload, scheduling, and staffing
shifts. Takes initiative to assist in other patient care areas and
accepts responsibility for all patient care needs.6. Demonstrates
appropriate supervision and delegation of personnel to achieve safe
delivery of quality cost effective patient care. Supervision and
delegation of the Therapy Technician and PTA student complies with
department policies and regulatory agencies. Participates in the
training and orientation of new personnel. Assures competency of
personnel, prior to delegation of task.7. Department operational
activities. Attends required department staff meetings and/or
follows up to obtain pertinent information. Participates in
department/facility process improvement. Meets productivity
standards set by the department.8. This position has responsibility
for interacting with all levels of staff in a variety of
departments, physicians, patients, families, and external contacts
such as employees of other health care institutions, community
providers and agencies concerning the health care of the patient.
Also interacts with the physician offices in order to report,
requires or clarify information.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMust have
graduated from Physical Therapy Assistant program accredited by
APTA, or equivalent.Must possess a current Physical Therapy
Assistant license from the state seeking practice if required. BLS
certification required.Relates throughout the interview process
their clinical competency, experience, training and education they
have received that is required to perform the job.Patient care
equipment, and therapeutic modalities. Copier,
multi-line/multi-feature telephone, fax machine, computer, pager,
and miscellaneous office equipment. Employees working for Banner
Home Care/Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess
an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment.PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONSFor Banner Registry and Travel positions a minimum of
one year experience working as a Therapy Asst is
preferred.Additional related education and/or experience
preferred.Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be
sooner):2024-08-23EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/VeteransOur
organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy
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