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MDT Home Health Care Agency, Inc. 4. The ability to physically transfer, lift or assist patients whose average weight is 160 pounds with or without the aid of mechanical devices. 5. Able to spend 80% of the work shift standing and/or moving about. 6. Able to walk, climb stairs, stoop, twist, bend and squat to perform essential job functions. This Job Classification will have a Potential risk for Occupational Exposure to Blood and other Potential Infections body fluids, protective equipment will be provided by our Agency to limit the exposure and will promote self protection practices in the delivery of the Home Health Care, to provide appropriate treatment to home health care workers in the event of exposure incident and to promote compliance with the universal precautions. MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Able to concentrate on detail with frequent interruptions. 2. Able to follow, complete and remember daily routines and requirements. 3. Able to comprehend and utilize professional education materials. 4. Able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. EQUIPMENT: Must be able to use all modalities associated with physical therapy. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Provides direct patient care that has been delegated by the Physical Therapist and shall not exceed any of the duties authorized by the license issued by the State for the practice of physical therapist assistant . 2. Performs active and passive exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, activities ensuring pain relief and function restoration. 3. Observes, records and reports to the physical therapist and/or the patient’s physician the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient’s condition. 4. Instruct patients in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, prosthetic and orthotic devices. (Participate in teaching the client and family) 5. Prepares clinical notes and medical updates/summary notes in a timely manner. 6. Instructs other health care personnel and family members when appropriate. 7. Participates in inservice education and case conferences. 8. Ensure HIPAA guidelines and procedures are maintained. I have read the above job description and fully understand the conditions set forth therein, I shall perform these duties to the best of my ability. _______________________ Administrator Employee Date JOB DESCRIPTION Home Health Agency Job Descriptions