Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA)

Inova Health System
United States, Virginia, Alexandria
Dec 22, 2024
Inova Alexandria Hospital, rehab department is looking for a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join our outstanding team. This is an as needed/PRN position. We require two shifts a month and 1 Major and 1 minor holiday. Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant Job Responsibilities: Completes daily progress notes that reflect patients' responses to treatment and actual performance as well as an assessment as to status, relevant to the treatment plan, and eventual discharge needs/treatment summaries when applicable. Instructs ancillary staff in patient positioning, mobility, and caregiving. Educates patients and/or families in home exercise programs, transfers, caregiving, home safety, and use of adaptive equipment. Documents clearly, concisely, and legibly within established timeframes (e.g. allows other therapists to continue treatment, allows for interpretation by payers, supports reimbursement). Includes families/ caregivers in education/training as appropriate. Demonstrate collaboration in communication with team members and be open to feedback and receptive to change. Contacts families, physicians, or other healthcare team members in anticipation of patient/family special needs in a timely manner to facilitate effective treatment plans. Recognizes the need for alterations in the treatment method and overall plan as patients advance or regress and acts accordingly. Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to the patient's level of understanding and motivation. Selects treatment methods appropriate to patients' diagnosis, age group, and physical and emotional status. May perform additional duties as assigned. Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant Additional Requirements: Experience: New graduate of a licensed physical therapy assistant program. Education: Associate's degree from a licensed physical therapy assistant program. Licensure: Currently licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Virginia. Certification: Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.