Inpatient Physical Therapist Assistant PRN

Intermountain Health

16d • $29 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant assists a physical therapist in developing and implementing physical therapy treatments, procedures, and related activities for direct patient care. The role also consults with, educates, and trains patients, families, and caregivers, and collaborates with care teams and other stakeholders to deliver quality, patient-centered care.

This position provides skilled physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, maintains timely patient records, completes billing, communicates patient needs and progress, participates in continuing education and quality improvement, and contributes to program development and marketing. It is located at Intermountain Health McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden, Utah, and is listed as PRN with zero scheduled weekly hours.

Requirements

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in the states where the employee works.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• Basic computer skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Skill sets and experience with the target population of the job setting.
• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Promote Intermountain Health’s mission, vision, and values and abide by service standards.
• Provide skilled physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, following professional standards and staying current with practices for different patient groups.
• Meet established productivity standards for the department or service line.
• Maintain thorough and timely patient records in accordance with regulations and facility policies; complete patient billing accurately and promptly.
• Communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals, and communicate patient assessments, progress, and concerns to the physical therapist.
• Support smooth operations and effective use of rehabilitation services.
• Participate in and promote continuing education opportunities and pursue learning in accordance with licensure requirements.
• Engage in quality improvement, including safe equipment use and efforts to improve clinical outcomes, patient access, patient experience, and the Intermountain Operating Model; participate in utilization review audits.
• Contribute to physical therapy program development and marketing strategies to support department goals.
• Consult with, educate, and train patients, families, and caregivers, and collaborate with care teams and stakeholders.

Benefits

• The company describes a comprehensive benefits package with programs supporting well-being across physical, mental, and social dimensions; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed