SUMMARY The Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for deliver ing treatment and physical interventions for patients under a care plan established by a physical therapist . ENTRY REQU IREMENTS Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assist ant Program. Previous clinical experience desirable, but not mandatory. ORGANIZATION Reports to Coordinator of Physical Therapy . May receive direction from the Rehab Service Line Director AGE OF PATIENTS SERVED Cares for patients in the age categor y(s) checked below: X All ages (birth & above) SPECIFIC DUTIES + Supports the Mission, Vision and Values of Munson H ealthcare . + Embraces and supports the Performance Improvement philosophy of Munson Healthcare with a focus on True North. + Promotes pers onal and patient safety. + Uses effective customer service/interpersonal skills at all times. + Implements the plan of care and performs treatment using techniques, procedures and devices in a therapeutic and effective manner within the parameters of the pla n and goals outlined by the physical therapist. + Collaboratively , with a licensed Physical Therapist , establishes and implements a discharge plan. + Educates patients/caregivers regarding the course of treatment, the proper use of assistive devices and safe ty. + May provide rehabilitation related education and in-service education to the other hospital staff. + Provides supervision to the rehab aides during clinical treatment . + Keeps medical records up to date, complete and in accordance with department and ho spital guidelines. + Records daily charges accurately and promptly per department process. + Attends department staff meetings and participates in process improvement committees. + Meets productivity standards of the department. + Must be able to meet the phys ical demands of the job including, but not limited to: standing, ambulating and transferring of sometimes heavy patients; pushing heavy patients in wheelchairs, bending to help patients transferring or ambulating, etc. + Performs other duties and responsib ilities as assigned.