Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Job at UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center, Cranberry Township, PA

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  • UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Cranberry Township, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Provides physical therapy treatment in accordance with the plan of care established by the physical therapist. Recommends changes in treatment plan to the supervising physical therapist based upon the patient's condition and response to treatment. Maintains work area in a neat, orderly fashion. Directs therapy volunteers. Performs clerical responsibilities as required by the facility. Transports patients as necessary in a safe, comfortable, courteous, timely and professional manner via prescribed transport vehicles. 

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  • Actively participates in staff meetings, development programs, and departmental committees.
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  • Supervises clinical support staff per the Physical Therapy Practice Act.
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  • Completes charge/statistical information to reflect services provided.
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  • Provides comprehensive therapeutic interventions for all age groups based on physical therapist-developed programs.
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  • Assists physical therapists in patient surveys within the scope of practice.
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  • Maintains detailed written/electronic documentation of clinical services.
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  • Rotates through treatment areas/facilities as needed.
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  • Provides objective feedback to supervisors on department performance and emergencies.
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  • Schedules to meet or exceed productivity standards set by the facility.
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  • Implements treatment programs based on patient response and medical status, notifying the physical therapist of necessary plan changes.
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  • Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association with an associates degree as a physical therapist assistant.
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  • Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service 
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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

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  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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  • Physical Therapist Assistant OR Physical Therapist Assistant Indirect Supervision
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  • Act 33 with renewal
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  • Act 34 with renewal
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  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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