Physical Therapy Assistant
At the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), we are creating a better state of care, for our communities and our team members at more than 150 locations across Maryland.
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Physical Therapy Assistant
Job ID: REF35038N
Area of Interest: Allied Health
Location: Baltimore,MD US
Hours of Work: mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm
Job Facility: University Of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work!
General Summary
- Under general supervision performs patient care based upon treatment plan developed by a licensed Physical Therapist in accordance with the Maryland State Physical Therapy Practice Act. Assists in the overall departmental operations with maintenance of equipment and supplies.
- Graduation from a curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association for Physical Therapists Assistants.
- Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners is required.
- Current CPR certification is required.
- Ability to learn and practice appropriate safe work procedures and practice positive guest relations skills.
- Ability to comply with policies and practices regarding safe handling of patients.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time while performing physical therapy support services.
- Ability to work with patients possessing potentially infectious disease using the appropriate “Standard Precautions” and other safety procedures.
- Effective verbal communication skills are required in order to work with patients and therapists successfully.
Working Conditions
- Weekend, shift work, holiday, on-call, and overtime may be required.
- Work requires standing for extended periods of time while performing physical therapy support services.
- There is potential for regular exposure to patients possessing infectious disease, requiring observance of “Standard Precautions” by wearing protective clothing and following safe work practices.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.