Physical Therapy Assistant

Vista Healthcare • St. George, UT

27d • Onsite

About The Position

Vista Healthcare’s Sports Spine and Injury Center division is hiring a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA). The PTA assists physical therapists in developing and executing physical therapy treatment programs and procedures and provides direct patient care. Patient services are delivered under the supervision of an onsite physical therapist and according to the treatment plan established by the physical therapist.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Current Utah Physical Therapy Assistant License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers.
• Computer skills to document electronic medical records.

Nice To Haves

• Prior physical therapy, chiropractic, or medical experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services directly to patients under the supervision of an onsite physical therapist and according to the established treatment plan.
• Work as a team with the physical therapist and other staff, discussing and coordinating patient care.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with patients, family members, and staff.
• Educate patients and family members about care plans, goals, and patient safety.
• Use the electronic medical record to document patient visits and reports in a timely manner.
• Help perform other staff duties to support clinic operations and cleanliness.

What This Job Offers

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