Certified Physical Therapy Assistant

HCA•Wichita, KS

52d

About The Position

As a Physical Therapy Assistant at HCA Healthcare, you'll improve the lives of patients by providing individualized care that restores mobility and independence. Supported by well-defined processes, caseloads that let you focus on patients, and a strong partnership with your team and supervising PTs, you'll deliver high-quality care with confidence and impact. Youll also have access to resources like educational assistance, clear paths for growth, and scheduling flexibility. Join us! As a Certified Physical Therapy Assistant, you assist the Physical Therapist in implementing the patient's treatment plan, education, dismissal planning and documentation with minimum weekly review and supervision by an Occupational Therapist.

Requirements

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) verification course, as specified in policy
Current Physical Therapy Assistance licensure in the state of Kansas
High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Assists the Physical Therapist in implementing the patient's treatment plan, education, dismissal planning and documentation with minimum weekly review and supervision by a Physical Therapist
Implements a written treatment plan based on the interpretation of the assessment to include measurable goals relative to the patient 's age specific needs and diagnosis
Communicates verbally with the patient, family, physicians and other health care staff regarding the nature of the patient's disability, treatment plan, safety issues and expected outcome of the patient
Assists discharge planning for the patient who will be continuing rehabilitation service at another facility
Documents all patient related activities in a manner that is thorough, clear, timely and allows for easy retrieval of information and is consistent with medical center policies and procedures
Supervises Physical Therapy Assistant students during their clinical affiliations and provide formal and informal education sessions to patients, families, physicians, health care staff, students or any other group requesting information on topics within the scope of practice
Monitors compliance with all applicable laws and regulations promulgated by the government or other third parties
Assists the organization in incorporating the guiding principles into its education practices and in creating an environment responsive to change
Consistently meets established productivity requirements
Contacts physicians and office staff to promote Rehab services and Wesley Medical Center

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.