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Description

• Performs therapy procedures and care plans, in accordance with accepted standards, under the direction of a licensed therapist.

• Supervises support staff.

• Performs administrative duties in support of patient care and departmental functions.

• Assists with activities which support department operations including maintenance of an established inventory of supplies; ensures the proper use and maintenance of equipment; and maintains a work area which is free of debris and clutter.

• Plans individual treatment schedules to provide optimal use of staff and equipment for the provision of high quality patient services.

• Performs treatments in keeping with the patient's individualized plan of care.

• Monitors patient's response to therapy or treatment; recognizes regression or progression and reports pertinent information to the appropriate staff.

• Instructs and trains patient and family regarding pertinent aspects of the patient's care.

• Participates with other members of the patient care team to plan for the continued care, support and follow-up of the patient after discharge.

• Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.

• Attends educational in-services as appropriate.

• Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.

• Follows established protocols for documentation specific to the program/ setting.

• Accurately records daily charges for services rendered.

• Observes organizational and universal standards for infection control in carrying out daily responsibilities, including proper cleaning and sterilization of surfaces, equipment and instruments.

• Conducts in-service programs, provides other staff with training and serves as a clinical instructor to students.

• Responds to requests for professional information or advice and refers complex matters to the appropriate staff.

• Attends team conferences when appropriate; works cooperatively with other team members to maintain consistency in the provision of high quality, result oriented service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from a Physical Therapy Assistant School accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

• Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state ofGeorgia.

• BLS certification required.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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Division Select Rehab JV

Campus Location Peachtree City, GA, 30269

Campus Location US-GA-Peachtree City

Department RJV Peachtree

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Job Number 151370

Job Category Therapy

Schedule Other

Standard Hours 40 Hours

Hourly Minimum USD $29.33/Hr.

Hourly Midpoint USD $34.86/Hr.

Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.