Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist
About The Position
It starts with heart. That is what you will do each day. As a Physical Therapist Assistant at Monument Health, you will be valued as an essential team member providing compassionate patient focused care. You will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and— most importantly— a life-changing career. You will make a difference. Every day. As a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant, you will work collaboratively to carry out patient care and operational duties for the Physical Therapy Department, as indicated, and will do so with a positive attitude. Provides physical therapy services to outreach sites as indicated. You will participate as an active member of the health care team by performing assigned tasks, designated activities, and functions for which you have received training in accordance with the policies and procedures of Monument Health to meet the needs of the patient. Our vision at Monument Health is to be one team, to listen, to be inclusive, and to show we care. To do the right thing. Every time. If you share this philosophy, we hope you’ll join us.
Requirements
- Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
- Certification - Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - South Dakota Board of Physical Therapy
Nice To Haves
- Education - Bachelors: Physical Therapy
- Certification - Physical Therapist (PT) - South Dakota Board of Physical Therapy
Responsibilities
- Uses appropriate critical thinking and judgment in the provision of care.
- Performs all aspects of treatment based on accepted national, departmental and evidence-based standards.
- Provides treatment that meets or exceeds departmental outcome standards.
- Documents in a timely, accurate manner which supports medical necessity in accordance with department standards.
- Submits required paperwork for billing, accurate charges and authorizations.
- Demonstrates appropriate use of time management according to departmental productivity standards.
- Demonstrates initiative in individual professional development.
- Completes all education required by the Monument Health system and for licensure/certification in a timely manner.
- Actively promotes the profession within Monument Health and to the outside community.
- Provides supervision according to state, federal and professional association standards.
- Incorporates and educates patient, family and caregivers in treatment, goal setting and discharge planning as appropriate.
- All other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
