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Lecom Institute for Behavioral Health, an equal opportunity employer, is looking for an enthusiastic team player with excellent patient care and customer service skills to join our team as a Medical/Clinical Assistant.

We pride ourselves on offering compassionate and quality outpatient psychiatric services and medication management services to individuals at any age. The LECOM Institute for Behavioral Health offers extensive expertise and services for children, adults and seniors designed to meet and exceed expectations in addressing behavioral health challenges. We have a group of qualified professionals who pride themselves on delivering evidence based medicine. Knowledgeable support staff are available to assist you with questions regarding scheduling, medication refills, etc. The support staff functions as a liaison between the patients and the psychiatrists. As an affiliate of the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM), our practice is engaged in the education of future behavioral health providers. Fellows, residents, and students work closely with care team members to gain specialized knowledge in the clinical practice setting. This role is tasked with providing a full range of patient care responsibilities for a busy outpatient mental health center. The BH Clinical Assistant I guarantees that each patient visit and the logistical arrangements surrounding the visit are carried out with courtesy, professionalism, and compassion, while assisting the physician in patient care and education. The Clinical Assistant may work with more than one specific physician based on clinic needs each day as well as willingness to work at both LIBH settings. Flexibility in scheduling is preferred as we staff our offices M-Th 8-6:30pm, Friday 8-5. Experience working in behavioral health and/or outpatient office setting is highly preferred.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct Patient Care · Greet patients warmly, escort patients to exam rooms.
• Measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient’s electronic health record.
• Interview patients to make sure all information in electronic medical record is complete and current, including obtaining all necessary signed documents.
• Assist in patient care in the exam room as directed by physician.
• Perform clinical procedures under supervision of physician.
• Perform screenings per provider guidelines.
• Perform lab draws and administer injections.
• Provide education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding medication and treatment protocol as instructed by physician.
• Keep patients in waiting area informed of any unusual delays in physician’s schedule. Administrative Patient Care
• Review medical record for progress notes, specialist templates and diagnostic records prior to patient visit.
• Ensure all related reports, labs and information is filed, if available, in patient’s electronic health record.
• Schedule appointments, tests, and procedures to provide continuous care for patients.
• Support the obtaining of all necessary authorizations as mandated by patient’s insurance.
• Process prescription refills, and direct/instruct patients and/or family members regarding prescription and treatment instructions according to provider guidelines and orders.
• Aid in coordination and administration of long acting injectables.
• Assist with coordination of Clozaril patient care when requested by Office Lead and/or Clinic Director.
• Support the tracking of patient appointments, tests, and procedures through completion and maintain documentation of efforts in EHR.
• Keep exam rooms and medication storage areas stocked with adequate medical supplies.
• Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls.
• Triage for urgency and process messages from patients and front office staff to physicians.
• Provide response to patient inquiry and concerns with attention to confidentiality.
• Document all patient interactions and contact in the patient chart.
• Ensure daily documentation meets standards, regulations, policies, and practices.
• Keep appropriate records within patient’s EHR chart.
• Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, etc.)
• All other duties as assigned

Other Duties:

1. Assist in answering phone, scheduling appointments, and calling no-shows.
2. Be familiar with and implement all office policies and procedures.
3. Clean equipment, treatment spaces, etc. between visits to maintain infection control as needed.
4. Attend all office meetings and training sessions on time.
5. Perform a variety of routine clerical duties including but not limited to filing, copying, faxing, sorting mail and posting, etc.
6. Understand and adhere to the professional policies and standards in the Employee Handbook.
7. Act as the Goodwill ambassador for the clinic, the hospital and the LECOM Health System by promoting awareness to the patient of all physicians and services LECOM Health provides.
8. Provide clinical coverage at other locations when needed.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Exceptional customer service and phone etiquette
• Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer injections
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to seek guidance from supervisory staff
• Ability to operate within appropriate scope of practice and maintain adequate professional boundaries
• High School Diploma/Medical Assistant Training preferred
• Medical Assistant certification helpful
• Knowledge of health care field and medical terminology
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Exceptional grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Maintain CPR/First Aid certification
• Must be able to obtain Act 33/44 and FBI clearances upon hire.
• Must complete Mandated Reporter training within 30 days of hire.
• Must complete Crisis Management Training upon hire.

LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital is seeking Per Diem Registered Nurses for the Operating Room, Emergency Department and Acute Care Unit.

Job Summary:

Provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical setting.  Communicates with physicians/nurse manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.  Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.  Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.

Characteristic job tasks and responsibilities:

• Knowledge of medication s and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
• Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patients age.
• Ability to perform a head to toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes: pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population.
• Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patients response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness.
• Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate.
• Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level of licensure.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers and physicians.
• Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including: pediatric, geriatric and general population.
• Demonstrates and ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity; ensures patient confidentiality.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Documentation must meet current standards and policies.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with social service/discharge planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs.
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
• Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary.
• Performs other duties as directed by Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.

  EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Millcreek Community Hospital, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is currently hiring a Full Time Pharmacy Tech. MONDAY - FRIDAY (1P-9P), ROTATING WEEKENDS (8A-4PM). 

Under the direct supervision of Staff Pharmacists, the Pharmacy Technician has primary responsibility in the unit-dose, outpatient, intravenous admixture, and floor stock area. According to standard procedures, Pharmacy Technicians assist the Pharmacy Manager/Staff Pharmacists in dispensing medications and maintaining appropriate patient records and charges.

We are seeking a Project Manager/Executive Assistant to join our growing team where you will provide high-level administrative support to the assigned leader and leadership team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations within the organization and for the assigned leader/s, managing their schedules, communications, and information flow to optimize their productivity.

The Project Manager/Executive Assistant works within the LECOM clinical services to facilitate, coordinate and monitor project-related activities, goals, and objectives in accordance with requirements. Projects may include grants.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide project coordination and/or facilitation support for project-related meetings and activities.
• Prepare for project-related meetings/ activities by conducting scheduling polls, sending calendar invites, creating agendas, and taking meeting minutes.
• Ensure that all documents, meeting minutes, project resources, etc. are current and uploaded.
• Oversee the development and implementation plans of the projects and grants in coordination with the Project Director to ensure compliance with targeted timelines.
• Participate in the development of required documents and required reports (when applicable).
• Maintain and develop outcome reports and submit analysis to the leadership team.
• Participates in the development of data collection tools and makes data-driven decisions.
• Produce reports, presentations and briefs
• Act as the point of contact between the President and internal/external clients
• Handle requests and queries appropriately with the highest level of customer service
• Maintain the President's professional calendar
• Undertake the tasks of receiving calls, taking messages and routing correspondence
• Make travel arrangements
• Maintain diary, Arrange meetings and appointments and provide reminders
• Take dictation and minutes and accurately enter data
• Develop and carry out an efficient documentation and filing system

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager and/or an Executive Administrative Assistant, or in other secretarial position
• Full comprehension of office management systems and procedures
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Proficiency in English
• Exemplary planning and time management skills
• Up-to-date with advancements in office applications and equipment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize daily workload
• High level verbal and written communications skills
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Bachelor's degree, not required, however a plus

Work Location: In person

Millcreek Community Hospital, an Equal Opportunity Employer

Millcreek Community Hospital, an Equal Opportunity Employer is seeing a Full Time DAY Registered Nurse (7a-730p)

$10,000 Sign on Bonus with 2 years or more experience
$7,500 Sign on Bonus with less than 2 years of experience

REQUIRED: The Emergency Room staff nurse is a Registered Nurse who provides a high standard of care through thorough assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluation of all patients under their care. Provide patient care and medication administration utilizing nursing principles while attending to the responsibilities and needs of assigned patients. Utilize established standards of care and unit policies and procedures when making clinically appropriate decisions. Participate in patient care planning by communicating patient information to members of the treatment team. Provide patient education and guidance to address patient problems through admission to discharge. Demonstrate professional behavior and interactions at all times with patients, family members, other professionals and staff

For consideration of open positions at Millcreek Community Hospital, please download* and complete the pre-hire forms, and then continue to fill out this general application. *You must download the Pre-Hire Forms document to your computer to fill it out. Save the completed document, and then upload it in the application where indicated. Thank you.

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Millcreek Community Hospital, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is looking for multiple Registered Nurses to join our Behavioral Health Team. $15,000 Sign on Bonus with 2 years or more experience $10,000 Sign on Bonus with less than 2 years of experience

REQUIRED: 

• Provide patient care and medication administration utilizing nursing principles while attending to the responsibilities and needs of assigned patients.
• Utilize established standards of care and unit policies and procedures when making clinically appropriate decisions.
• Participate in patient care planning by communicating patient information to members of the treatment team.
• Provide patient education and guidance to address patient problems through admission to discharge.
• Demonstrate professional behavior and interactions at all times with patients, family members, other professionals and staff.

PREFERRED: 

• General understanding of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention techniques.
• Familiarity with the use and administration of psychotropic medications.
• Familiarity with admission/discharge planning and community resources.
• Familiarity with compliance policies and procedures.  

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is currently accepting applications and resumes for a Full-time Cook to work at one or more of our senior care facilities.

Summary:

• The cook will prepare bulk food items for the various venues while following recipes to be nutritious, attractive, in proper portions while being responsible with resources. Will also be responsible to report problems and take corrective action to address those issues.
• Possesses knowledge, skills, attitude, and energy to consistently provide resident centered care.
• Maintains and promotes ethical conduct of employees, addresses residents in a friendly manner, creating a safe and productive environment.
• Will manage the schedule, food supply and food production duties in the absence of dietary managers.
• Responsible for daily food preparation to prepare food for multiple venues while following recipes.
• Responsible for food production for catering events, off-premises food services including meals on wheels, LECOM Center for Health and Aging, and other customers as assigned.
• Promotes a safe working environment.
• Read and interpret the Resident’s nutritional requirements via paper or digital platform.
• Promote clinical nutrition through the Dietitian’s management of therapeutic diets, nutritional supplements and the food first philosophy while producing accurate food offerings.
• Educates and guides residents in regards to cost and contents of their selections and provides alternative selections available.
• Ensures health guidelines and company sanitation policies are followed by employees and guests in all dining areas.
• Maintain all documentation and logs for sanitation and food safety compliance purposes.
• Assists the Dietary Manager to facilitate departmental auditing in preparation for annual survey.

BENEFITS:

LECOM’s full time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package including:

• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance with employee-only coverage costing only $55/ month!
• Full Family Medical Insurance is only $270/month!
• Employees with LECOM Medical Insurance can take advantage of waived co-pays and deductibles at LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hosptial.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching of 100% after completing one year of service
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
• Paid time off accruals - vacation and sick
• 7 paid holidays each calendar year
• Employee referral program
• Employee appreciation/recognition events
• Employee assistance program and discounted membership at the LECOM Fitness and Wellness Center

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For consideration of open positions at Millcreek Community Hospital, please download* and complete the pre-hire forms, and then continue to fill out this general application. *You must download the Pre-Hire Forms document to your computer to fill it out. Save the completed document, and then upload it in the application where indicated. Thank you.

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For consideration of open RN positions at Millcreek Community Hospital please fill out a general application.

For consideration of open positions at Millcreek Community Hospital, please download* and complete the pre-hire forms, and then continue to fill out this general application. *You must download the Pre-Hire Forms document to your computer to fill it out. Save the completed document, and then upload it in the application where indicated. Thank you.

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Millcreek Community Hospital, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is looking for NIGHT (7P-0730A) Licensed Practical Nurses to join our Behavioral Health Team.

$10,000 Sign on Bonus for 2 or more years 

$7,500 Sign on Bonus for less than 2 years  

REQUIRED: Provide patient care and medication administration utilizing nursing principles while attending to the responsibilities and needs of assigned patients. Utilize established standards of care and unit policies and procedures when making clinically appropriate decisions. Participate in patient care planning by communicating patient information to members of the treatment team. Provide patient education and guidance to address patient problems through admission to discharge. Identify and participate in staff training programs designed to improve professional knowledge and skills that will enhance clinical expertise and patient care. Participate in the QA/QI process to ensure positive patient outcomes and evaluation of nursing care. Demonstrate professional behavior and interactions at all times with patients, family members, other professionals and staff.

Utilize your caring and compassionate nature by joining our team at LECOM Nursing and Rehabilitation Center as a Hospice LPN on our newly opened Hospice Specialty Unit with rooms carefully designed to meet client needs throughout their end-of-life journey.

In this role you will specialize in providing end-of-life care for residents with terminal illnesses focusing on delivering compassionate, holistic care that addresses not only physical symptoms but also emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial needs. Their role is to ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients as they approach the end of life.

LPNs in this role will be required to be cross-trained in all other LPN roles within the facility and may need to assist to rotate coverage in those areas.

Benefits

LECOM Institute for Successful Living’s Full Time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package including:

• HAVE YOU HEARD OF OUR NEWEST BENEFIT AVAILABLE TO ALL FULL TIME STAFF?
• OUR NEW CHILD CARE BENEFIT provides up to $200 / month in childcare subsidy
• Full Time employees enjoy a monthly child care subsidy and access to a large network of child care providers in the Erie and Northwest Pennsylvania area!
• Already have a provider who is not on the child care network? Support specialists can assist you to add your current child care provider to the network so you can take advantage of these benefits as well!
• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance with employee-only coverage costing only $55/ month!
• Full Family Medical Insurance is only $270/month!
• Zero Copays and Deductibles for Employees with LECOM Medical Insurance utilizing LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hospital on most all services!
• Retirement Plan with dollar for dollar match up to 6% of your check!
• Dental and Vision Insurances
• Voluntary Benefits such as Additional Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Short Term Disability and Pet Insurance available
• Life Insurance, Long Term Disability and AD&D Insurance provided at no cost!
• Paid time off accruals including Vacation and Sick Time
• 6 Paid holidays each calendar year
• Employee referral program, $100 - $1000 / employee referred
• Employee Assistance Program available to everyone in your immediate household
• Employee appreciation/recognition events
• All benefits listed subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Ask us for more information!

Join our team as a Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients while advancing your nursing career. Apply today.

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The LECOM Institute for Successful Living has an immediate opening for a full-time Nurse Aide Training Program Instructor/Educator (NATCEP). Candidates must possess a valid PA nursing license (RN or LPN). The selected individual will serve as an instructor in a regular classroom and clinical setting, presenting instructions in a state approved Nurse Aide Training Program. The position follows the student from application, through the courses, and provides support through the state examination process, but also acts as an educator for existing and previous Nurse Aide graduates.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must be a licensed nurse (RN or LPN) with at least one-year experience in long-term care facility.
• Must have Teaching the Educator Certification or be eligible for the Teaching the Educator Certification.
• Must have valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Previous teaching experience is a plus.

BENEFITS:

LECOM’s full time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package including:

• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance with employee-only coverage costing only $55/ month!
• Full Family Medical Insurance is only $270/month!
• Employees with LECOM Medical Insurance can take advantage of waived co-pays and deductibles at LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hospital.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching of 100% after completing one year of service
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
• Paid time off accruals - vacation and sick
• 6 Paid holidays each calendar year
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
• Employee referral program
• Employee appreciation/recognition events
• Employee assistance program and discounted membership at the LECOM Fitness and Wellness Center

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:

The RN and LPN Tuition Reimbursement Program was created to assist LECOM Health employees by offsetting a portion of their educational expenses. Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses may be eligible for tuition reimbursement up to a maximum of $22,000.*

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is an equal opportunity employer.

*The Tuition Reimbursement Program is a taxable benefit. LECOM Health reserves the right to modify or terminate this program, in whole or in part, in such manner as it shall determine, either alone or in conjunction with other programs of LECOM. Modification or termination may be made by the company for any reason, including but not limited to modifications under the Internal Revenue Code or to comply with applicable state or federal law.

With Erie County’s senior population now approaching one out of four residents, LECOM Health is committed to wellness for this growing age group. LECOM Health offers a full continuum of care from Independent Living and Personal Care apartments to Skilled Nursing Care and Outpatient services including In-Home Care, Home Health, and Hospice under the direction of the LECOM Institute for Successful Living.

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is currently accepting resume submissions for a PRN Physical Therapist to join our patient-focused therapy team.

The ideal candidate:

• Provides initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the patient’s needs.
• Establishes a treatment plan in consultation with the physician and revises it with the approval of the physician as necessary.
• Assists in development and implementation of the interdisciplinary patient care plan as it pertains to Physical Therapy
• Assists the physician in evaluating patients by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore functional and maintain maximum performance, using physical means, such as exercise, massage, heat, water, light and electricity.

Qualifications:

• Must have graduated from a Physical Therapist curriculum accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), or its successor organizations.
• Must be licensed in the state of Pennsylvania
• Must have at least one year of institutional/home health experience
• Must have current CPR certification

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living, is accepting applications and/or resume submissions for a PRN COTA.

Under supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Occupational Therapy Assistant administers medically prescribed occupational therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries and muscle, nerve, joint and bone disease, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability by performing a numbered of required duties for the LECOM Institute for Successful Living, and other LECOM Health entities, in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, regulations, and guidelines to assure that the highest degree of quality care is rendered and LECOM Health’s standard of excellence is achieved.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review physician orders, patient‘s condition, and medical records;
• Review data from the Occupational Therapy evaluation and plan of care including short and long term goals prior to administering treatment;
• Review effective treatment strategies for areas of Activities of Daily Living and Independent Living Skills with the Occupational Therapist;
• Monitor and communicate patient response to occupational therapy treatment;
• Attend meetings in regards to patient care such as care plan meetings, welcome meetings and daily huddles on an as needed basis;
• Assist the Occupational Therapist with patient at discharge including patient and family instruction in safety, mobility, and function;
• Modify Occupational Therapy treatment and plan of care according to patient’s ability and response as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist;
• Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home;
• Record treatment, response, and progress in the electronic medical record. Documentation of patients care and services will adhere to accepted regulatory, corporate and professional guidelines;
• Maintain compliance with appropriate therapy minutes, therapy intensity, and productivity standards on daily basis;
• Adhere to all HIPPA procedures and guidelines in accordance with LECOM Health’s standard of excellence;
• Work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM Health;
• Educate the patient and/or caregivers to enhance functional independence;
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and establishing personal networks;
• Comply with federal, state and local legal and professional requirements;and
• Accept other duties as needed/assigned for the Institution’s needs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Read, analyze, and interpret electronic medical record, and information of the patient;
• Knowledge of equipment, dispensing, OSHA, Basic Life Support and Infection Control procedures within dentistry or other related field;
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment;
• Confident in handling ambiguity and fluid situations and have an abundance of common sense and pragmatism;
• Ability to work with individuals at all levels throughout the organization and throw equal enthusiasm behind routine, hands-on activities, as well as those requiring a higher profile;
• Ability to maintain an established work schedule; assess and prioritize multiple tasks and demands simultaneously;
• Interpersonal skills to include tact and diplomacy;
• Organizational and planning skills including accuracy, attention to detail and follow-through;
• Strong computer literacy and accurate data entry skills;
• Maintain confidentiality of work related information and materials;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships;
• Flexibility to accept other duties required/assigned to accommodate the needs of the school;
• Ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect to include EEO rules and regulations;
• Ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important duties of LECOM;
• Ability to accept work directives from supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and experience equivalent to:

Required: Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from an accredited institution required. Knowledge of OSHA regulations, CDC guidelines, hazardous waste management and disposal and radiation safety. CPR and Pennsylvania license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant required.

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is currently accepting applications and resume submissions for a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries and muscle, nerve, joint and bone disease, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability by performing a numbered of required duties for the LECOM Institute for Successful Living.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review physician orders, patient‘s condition, and medical records;
• Review data from the Physical Therapy evaluation and plan of care including short and long term goals prior to administering treatment;
• Review effective treatment strategies for areas of strength, endurance, and functional mobility with the Physical Therapist;
• Monitor and communicate patient response to physical therapy treatment;
• Assist the Physical Therapist with patient at discharge including patient and family instruction in safety, mobility and function;
• Attend meetings in regards to patient care such as care plan meetings , welcome meetings and daily huddles on an as needed basis;
• Modify physical therapy treatment and plan of care according to patient’s ability and response as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist;
• Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home;
• Record treatment, response, and progress in the electronic medical record. Documentation of patients care and services will adhere to accepted regulatory, corporate and professional guidelines;
• Record daily treatment charges per corporate procedures’
• Adhere to all HIPPA procedures and guidelines in accordance with LECOM Health’s standard of excellence;
• Educate the patient and/or caregivers to enhance functional independence;
• Comply with federal, state and local legal and professional requirements;
• Maintain compliance with appropriate therapy minutes, therapy intensity, and productivity standards on daily basis;
• Work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM Health; and
• Accept other duties as needed/assigned for the Institution’s needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and experience equivalent to:

Required: Physical Therapy Assistant degree from an accredited institution required. Knowledge of OSHA regulations, CDC guidelines, hazardous waste management and disposal and radiation safety. CPR and Pennsylvania license as a Physical Therapy Assistant required. Must also possess and independent supervision license.

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer