Physical Therapy Assistant
University of Maryland Medical System
Job Info
Job Description
Under general supervision performs patient care based upon treatment plan developed by a licensed Physical Therapist in accordance with the Maryland State Physical Therapy Practice Act. Assists in the overall departmental operations with maintenance of equipment and supplies.
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
- Performs therapeutic exercises and ambulation training with or without equipment according to the treatment plan.
- Applies physical therapy modalities, such as, heat, cold, ultrasound and electrical stimulation, in accordance with the treatment plan.
- Recommends necessary durable medical equipment for continuation of physical therapy upon discharge.
- Provides ambulation and transfer training with and without assistive devices and routine exercise programs. Makes necessary adjustments to patient crutches, canes and walkers as needed.
- Assists ambulatory patients or transports patients via wheelchair or stretcher to and from the therapy treatment area. Transfers patients to and from beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, mat tables, and/or whirlpools.
- Assists in providing whirlpool treatments to patients by moving patients in and out of whirlpools, removing and applying wound dressings, and cleaning whirlpools.
- Participates in family training and family education as directed by Therapist.
- Acknowledges and responds promptly and effectively to requests for assistance. Responds to patients' requests either by assisting them or by contacting the responsible Physical Therapist.
- Notifies appropriate staff when a change in the patient's clinical status is noted or the patient relays information pertinent to past or future treatment.
- Maintains a safe and orderly work environment by straightening the work area, following specific departmental procedures/instructions, daily.
- May assist in stocking treatment area with supplies such as slippers, towels, pillowcases, sheets, dressing supplies, casting supplies, and others items. Stocks treatment area with crutches/crutch supplies and canes as necessary.
- Notifies the supervisor immediately of malfunctioning equipment or low supply levels.
Company Description
When we say "our community" we mean it.
UMMC Midtown Campus, one of two campuses of the University of Maryland Medical Center, has had a long history of working to keep our community healthy and has grown to become a trusted teaching hospital for medical and surgical care in Baltimore City.
Located in Baltimore's cultural center near the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, UMMC Midtown Campus is a 180-bed, community teaching hospital with a focus on helping people manage chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, pulmonary conditions, and infectious diseases.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Patient Safety
Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
- Pay Range: $29.115-$35.585
- Other Compensation (if applicable):
- Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide
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