Physical Therapist Asst

Company: Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Job Description:

Physical Therapist AssistantLocation: Lancaster LocationHours: Full-Time Monday-Friday, 1 Weekend Shift every 4-6 weeks (8am-12pm)Summary/Objective:The physical therapist assistant assists physical therapists in the implementation of patient rehabilitation programs to help improve patient mobility, function and strength.Essential Functions:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.1. Assist patients in preparing for therapy and return tripa. Assists with dressing and undressing and removing and putting on braces or supportive equipment, prostheses or crutches2. Records data progress during therapy sessions3. Measures and tracks range of motion4. Answers inquiries5. Orders supplies6. Straightens and cleans rooms7. Assists patients with keeping track of counting exercises8. Educates patients and their families how to exercise properly at home after treatment9. Cleans and prepares equipment for therapy sessionsRequired Education and Experience: A valid Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Assistant license is required. A current CPR certification is required.Preferred Education and Experience: Experience using EPIC is preferred.Competencies:To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Customer Service Professionalism Respect & Appreciation Ownership & Passion Reliability TeamworkWork Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, lift, and move continually during work hours Ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs Ability to transport/support patients such as pushing wheel chairsOAL and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. OAL and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.EEO is The LawWe endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.For accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources.#fixbones

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