Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Norman Regional Health System • Norman, OK

10d • $22 - $36

About The Position

Performs physical therapy treatment programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, utilizing standard physical therapy techniques as appropriate for the patient's age, functional impairments, abilities, needs, and desires.
Performs responsibilities as an integral team member of a PT/PTA collaboration focused on patient-centered decision making.
Documents delivery of physical therapy services.
Educates patients, family members, significant others, and staff members.
Directs and supervises activities of support personnel.

Requirements

• Requires and Bachelors of Science from a Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Examiners or a Graduate PT eligible for Oklahoma Licensure/Temporary License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care.
• Current Basic Lift Support (BLS) is required to be maintained through re-training for the duration of employment or license eligible per the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Experience Preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy treatment programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist
• Functions as team member of a PT/PTA collaboration
• Documents delivery of physical therapy services
• Educates patients, family members, significant others, and staff members
• Directs and supervises activities of support personnel

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• life insurance
• paid time off (PTO)
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• scholarship opportunities
• retirement plans
• free parking
• opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees