NI-Assistant, Physical Therapy (Outpt)

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-3212HH

Job Title:

NI-Assistant, Physical Therapy (Outpt)

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, administers Physical Therapy services and care to clients following physician's orders on an intermittent basis in accordance with Agency policies. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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Administers routine treatment procedures to client in accordance with treatment plan established and delegated by Physical Therapist following standard protocol.

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Assists Physical Therapist in evaluating treatment effects for assigned clients. Seeks guidance as necessary and discusses client progress, reevaluation and discharge planning process with Therapist following Agency guidelines.

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Assists students and other clinicians in the development of their professional skills as needed.

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Addresses client needs for other services by recommending referrals to other disciplines as necessary. Functions as an advocate for appropriate multidisciplinary services and resources during stay and in preparation for discharge.

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Coordinates family involvement in the continuing care of patients and educates client, family and other health care providers on appropriate care to improve the client’s functional ability modifying activities considering learner’s needs and capabilities and conducts on-going educational programs as required.

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Schedules treatments and accurately documents patient information and treatment following Agency policies and maintaining confidentiality of position acquired information.

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Performs all aspects of care in an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Clinical

Provides age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening, interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and develops and implements age appropriate interventional and plans of care including education within the parameters of his/her position responsibilities and licensure.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Completion of an accredited program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Required

Current license from the State of Illinois or in the process of acquiring licensure. 

Required

Valid State driver’s license and proof of liability insurance.

Required

Bi-Annual CPR certification. 

Required

An applicant for employment as a physical, occupational, or speech therapists must present acceptable evidence of licensure or authorization to test at the time of employment.  An applicant who fails to provide this documentation will not be hired.  A new employee will not be allowed to work as a therapist or assistant until evidence of licensure eligibility is provided.

Required

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

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Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing in a caring, considerate and concerned manner.

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Knowledge of JCAHO, IDPH, CMA rules and regulations preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing

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Walking

X

Climbing

X

Bending

X

Crouching

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Carry

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

X

Color Discrimination

X

Hearing Ability

X

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

X

15 - 30 lbs.

X

30 - 50 lbs.

X

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Concentration on Detail

X

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

X

Oral Communication

X

Written Communication

X

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

X

Other - travels to client homes within local geographic area

X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.