Physical Therapist Assistant

Indiana University-Bloomington•Portland, IN

55d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview: IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day. Location: Split between two locations - Orthopedic Outpatient Rehab in Muncie and Jay Rehabilitation in Portland, IN. Shift: This position is a PRN position that could work towards Part-Time. Roles and Responsibilities: Physical therapist assistants provide direct patient care and selected physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a physical therapist. PTA's assist in the clinical education of physical therapy students and clinical supervision of physical therapist assistant students as well as provide guidance and supervision for support personnel. Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient care, education and department operations. Preferred/Required Skills: Outpatient experience required Strong attention to detail Adaptable to fast paced settings As the most comprehensive medical system in Indiana, IU Health offers many different career opportunities as you grow professionally. IU Health also offers a substantial benefits package, PTO Program, 401k match, and several other programs to meet your needs. These are just a few reasons why applying for your career with IU Health is a good choice. Requires graduation from an accredited physical therapist assistant education program, or if foreign trained, graduation from an assistant physical therapist education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA. Requires certification as an Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Indiana. Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Requirements

Requires graduation from an accredited physical therapist assistant education program, or if foreign trained, graduation from an assistant physical therapist education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA.
Requires certification as an Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Indiana.
Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.

Nice To Haves

Outpatient experience

Responsibilities

Physical therapist assistants provide direct patient care and selected physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a physical therapist.
PTA's assist in the clinical education of physical therapy students and clinical supervision of physical therapist assistant students as well as provide guidance and supervision for support personnel.
Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient care, education and department operations.