PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASST (PTA - EDMOND CLINIC)

MCBRIDE ORTHOPEDIC HOSPITAL • Edmond, OK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant provides a medically prescribed physical therapy plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. After the physical therapist has completed the initial evaluation, established functional goals and developed an individualized plan of care, the physical therapist assistant provides preventative instruction and rehabilitation of acute or prolonged dysfunction or pain with an emphasis on movement; therapeutic application or physical and chemical agents; exercise and other procedures to maximize functional independence. This is a safety sensitive position.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education.
• Current Oklahoma Physical Therapist Assistant licensure and Form 5 Supervisor Confirmation required.
• Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.

Nice To Haves

• Hospital or outpatient experience.
• Experience in either acute care, hospital or outpatient orthopedics.

Responsibilities

• Provide a medically prescribed physical therapy plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Provide preventative instruction and rehabilitation of acute or prolonged dysfunction or pain with an emphasis on movement.
• Provide therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents.
• Provide exercise and other procedures to maximize functional independence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree