POSITION DESCRIPTION: STAFF THERAPIST ASSITANT
BASIC FUNCTION
The Staff Therapist Assistant performs patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
· Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist.
· Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all patients, clients and team members.
· Consistently attends work and provides appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off
· Maintains productivity standard as determined by supervisor and clinical needs.
· Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
· Treat patients according to treatment plan.
· Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines.
· Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines.
· Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs as directed by staff therapist.
· Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
· Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed.
· Participate in in-service training program for other staff at the facility.
· Participate in facility performance improvement programs
· Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and other staff within the Rehab department.
· Perform other duties as required or directed
· Screen patients based upon identified need per State Practice Act.
· Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department