Physical Therapist Assistant - Neurologic Inpatient
Philadelphia, PA
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
5x8 hrs, Days

***The ideal candidate for this role will have experience with neurologic/brain injury population or patients of higher medical acuity. Pediatric experience preferred but not required.  Possibility of extension/conversion, but not guaranteed.  Hours are M-F, 8am-4:30pm***

 

Under the direct, on-premise supervision of a licensed physical therapist, provides physical therapy treatment procedures to an assigned inpatient caseload. Maintains an orderly environment in the physical therapy gym and treatment areas.
Clinical
•    Reads and reviews the medical record to understand the patient’s diagnosis, precautions, goals and treatment plans.  Asks questions regarding unclear information.
•    Provides direct interventions in individual or group sessions as planned, especially gait training, exercise and modalities.  Can treat patients in any setting in the hospital, including the ambulatory network.
•    Evaluates the patient’s response to intervention and documents patient progress in the chart. Instructs patients and parents in home program, especially gait training and transfer.
•    Informs the physical therapist of progress/problems with specific patients. 
•    Performs care coordination tasks associated with patient care, including communication with hospital and community providers, tracking of medical equipment, etc.
Academic
•    Maintains current skills and knowledge by identifying own learning needs, both formally and informally, to practice a lifestyle of life-long learning. Seeks opportunity for clinical growth and development within the department through mentorship.
•    Pursues and achieves departmental competencies as assigned
•    Attends inservices within the department and hospital as appropriate.
Administrative
•    Maintains productivity and fiscal responsibility in the provision/utilization of services.
Actively participates in department planning meetings, and/or 

Interpersonal relationships skills that permit effective communication with parents, children of various ages, peers and supervisors.

Pennsylvania State license as a Physical Therapy Assistant - Required
CPR Certification (within 90 days of hire)- Required
Associate Degree from an approved Physical Therapy Assistant Program- Required
At least one year pediatric experience - Preferred

Required Licenses, Certifications, Registrations:
Physical Therapy License in State of PA and/or NJ depending on work location.

CPR Certification issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross) 
Required Education and Experience
Required Education: Master’s degree in Physical Therapy required. Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy will be accepted for individuals licensed previous to December 31, 2002.

RightSourcing (a part of Magnit) expected pay package may vary and/or include certain benefits like: Stipends (for clinical traveler workers only), Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

QUALIFICATION/LICENSURE
Work Authorization : US Citizen
Preferred years of experience : 2 years
Travel required : No travel required
Shift timings : DAYS