Physical Therapy Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provides physical therapy to patients in varying states of health and illness. Physical therapist assistants manage movement dysfunction, enhance physical and functional abilities, and promote optimal quality of life as it relates to movement and health. Physical therapist assistants prevent the onset, symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries. Physical therapist assistants function as an essential member of therapy and multidisciplinary teams providing direct care to patients. They teach and prepare patients/families and caregivers for continued care after discharge. The physical therapist assistant may be involved in consultative services within UVMMC and in the community. The physical therapist assistant demonstrates dedication to professional growth and development and to the continuous improvement of patient care. Physical therapist assistants shall provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist and shall communicate with the physical therapist when patient/client status requires modifications to the established plan of care.

EDUCATION:

Graduate of a physical therapist assistant associate degree program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). Licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice as a physical therapist assistant in the State of Vermont.

EXPERIENCE:

Two years of experience in an acute care setting is preferred but not mandatory.