Job description

MECA Therapies, LLC

Job Description

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Department: Early Childhood Services

Reports To: Regional Director and MECA Management Team

Position Description: Provides Physical Therapy services under the supervision and guidance of a Physical therapist to include treatment to children ages birth to three. These services will be conducted within a variety of environments in home and community settings.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Licensure: Associates Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program. Licensure from the NM Physical Therapy Licensing Board

General Requirements:

· Knowledge and experience in the field of Physical Therapy

· Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Windows

· Proficient organizational and record keeping skills

· Effective oral and written communication

· Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills

· Ability to train clients, family members and professionals

· Exercise a high level of confidentiality

HIPAA Protected Information Access

Patient information is to be held strictly confidential. During the time of employment as well as after termination of employment with MECA Therapies, each employee agrees to hold in absolute confidence all information regarding MECA services.

Any patient information obtained while an employee of this therapy practice shall remain confidential except to the extent allowed by MECA Therapies HIPAA Policy and as part of the employee’s job description.

Employees will discuss any questions or concerns they have with their supervisor or the practice’s Privacy Officer. Any employee, who is not sure whether certain patient information should be released, will not release the information until discussing the circumstances with their supervisor and/or the Privacy Officer.

In the event it is discovered patient information may have been used or disclosed inappropriately, every employee is expected to notify their supervisor or the Privacy Officer. Supervisors will report such events to the Privacy Officer so that immediate and proper steps may be taken to mitigate/minimize any adverse effects to the patient.

Employees will not face retribution solely for reporting suspected misuse or inappropriate disclosure of patient information to their supervisor or the Privacy Officer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The PTA will operate within Local, State and Federal Regulations as well as adhere to all MECA policies and procedures. Essential duties include but are not limited to the following:

1. Providing verbal and written reports of observations and client capacity with technical accuracy

2. Adhering to plans, objectives and procedures for treatment

3. Selecting appropriate stimulus materials and treatment modalities for age and ability of the child/family

4. Giving clear concise instructions in presenting materials and/or techniques in therapy

5. Recording and tracking daily progress accurately

6. Utilizing time in session efficiently to meet objectives

7. Providing accurate and immediate feedback to the person(s) served and/or family

8. Participating in the planning for discharge of the child/family

9. Attending Transdisciplinary Team Approach (TTA) meetings, IFSP’s, Periodic Reviews, Annual Reviews and Transition meetings as required

CASELOAD ASSIGNMENTS

The PTA will be assigned a weekly caseload from the respective program directors for each program they serve by:

1. Carrying a caseload of 27 therapy hours per week equating to 1296 direct therapy hours per year or part time equivalent

2. Proving services according to child’s IFSP

PRODUCTIVITY

The PTA will achieve the expected productivity set by MECA Management.

1. Achieving 90% performance goal

DOCUMENTATION

The PTA will accurately collect data on children/families and will ensure that the information is accurate and submitted in a timely manner by adhering to the following:

Documenting therapy sessions and progress at the time of visit and is to be submitted no later than 8:00 a.m. on Monday and on the in accordance to submission schedule

Completing progress notes with team at 6-month review

Documenting TTA meetings

STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING

The PTA will provide the necessary support, training, and guidance in their provision of services to the children/families served. The PTA must also comply with all mandatory trainings identified by their licensing board as well trainings mandated by their respective supervisor(s) and/or company by adhering to the following:

Consulting and providing in-house trainings to other staff members

Maintaining appropriate licensure through the NM licensing board

Attending mandatory staff meetings and trainings

SUPERVISION

A PTA may be asked to provide supervision for Student Interns and / or Observers. Supervision will be provided according to the MECA PT supervision guidelines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $1.00 - $2.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Doña Ana, NM: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Work Location: One location

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