Physical Therapist Assistant - St. Peter HH - PRN

Good Samaritan Society • Saint Peter, MN

395d • $46,800 - $74,880

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Good Samaritan Society plays a crucial role in assisting patients, residents, and clients with therapy activities and exercises as part of a treatment plan. Under the supervision of a physical therapist, the PTA aims to enhance the quality of life and daily functioning of individuals with various impairments. This position requires adherence to clinical practice guidelines and effective communication with the supervising therapist regarding patient progress and therapy outcomes.

Requirements

• Graduate from an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state(s) of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.
• Valid driver's license may be required when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises as scheduled in a treatment plan.
• Monitor and record therapy services provided to patients/residents/clients.
• Select, implement, and modify therapeutic activities and interventions based on competency levels and patient goals.
• Document patient responses and communications during interventions to inform the supervising physical therapist.
• Ensure knowledge of targeted physical therapy outcomes and provide documentation related to outcome achievement.
• Follow accepted clinical practice guidelines and standards of the profession.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Work/life balance benefits
• Generous time off package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: No Education Listed