Assistant Physical Therapist

Ascension • Tulsa, OK

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Physical Therapist provides physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist. The role performs therapy interventions using techniques and skills appropriate for the patient population, documents treatment interventions, and may coordinate activities of physical therapy aides, students, and other support personnel. The position is based at Ascension St John Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in the Physical Therapy department, and is scheduled full-time during the day.

Requirements

• BLS Provider certification obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross credentials are accepted.
• Licensed Rehab Therapist specializing in Physical Therapy Assistant, credentialed by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision, obtained before hire or job transfer. A Physical Therapist Assistant temporary letter is accepted until the license is issued.
• High school diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience, or an associate's/technical degree, or 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.
• Perform therapy interventions using techniques and skills appropriate for the patient population.
• Document treatment interventions provided.
• May coordinate activities of physical therapy aides, students, and other support personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Pro-rated paid time off and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, tuition reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree