Physical Therapy Assistant - FT Outpatient Therapy (Ardmore, OK)

Mercy • Ardmore, OK

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About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant assists the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy by performing procedures and related tasks selected and delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist. The assistant may modify a specific treatment procedure in response to changes in patient status, within the scope of the Physical Therapist's established treatment plan. The role documents patient progress notes and safely and effectively provides procedures as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.

The assistant addresses the age-specific needs of patients, treats patients and families with respect and dignity, and assesses and treats pain according to the department's pain management policy. The role identifies and reports patient safety issues, provides technical assistance and direction to the Physical Therapy aide, and coordinates departmental workload as directed.

Requirements

• Associate's degree.
• Currently licensed in the state of practice or holding a state-authorized temporary permit/license, where applicable.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification.
• The Physical Therapist Assistant may be entry-level.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected and delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Modify specific treatment procedures in response to changes in patient status, within the scope of the established treatment plan.
• Document patient progress notes.
• Provide physical therapy procedures safely and effectively as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Address patients' age-specific needs and treat patients and families with respect and dignity.
• Assess and treat patient pain according to the department's pain management policy.
• Identify and report patient safety issues.
• Provide technical assistance and direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinate departmental workload as directed.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period

What This Job Offers

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