Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist

Monument Health • Rapid City, SD

325d • $23 - $50

About The Position

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. 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. This role includes providing physical therapy services to outreach sites as indicated and participating 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
• Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) certification from the South Dakota Board of Physical Therapy

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy
• Physical Therapist (PT) certification from the 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED