Physical Therapy Assistant | 0.3 IPT

Phelps Health

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) directs patient care under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, performing assessments and interventions as ordered by the patient's physician(s), within the scope of their practice; participates in interdisciplinary care coordination and care planning process. Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. We are committed to taking our team to the top and are looking for individuals ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required.
Minimum one (1) year experience in a Joint Commission accredited hospital.
Minimum one (1) year experience in an acute rehab facility or equivalent serving the adult population.
Current license as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Missouri.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.
Current driver’s license and declaration of automobile liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

Six (6) months home care experience preferred.
Computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Accurately assesses patients and collaborates with Physical Therapist to provide necessary interventions.
Coordinates care with their assigned Physical Therapist weekly and as needed for any change in patient condition.
Follows established plan of care for all assigned patients and performs interventions as per the plan of care.
Participates in interdisciplinary care planning for all assigned patients.
Promptly reports all changes in patient condition to the Case Manager RN or Physical Therapist and the patient's physicians(s) as appropriate.
Provides cost effective and efficient physical therapy with regard to patient visits and medical supplies.
Provides patient/caregiver education as per the individualized plan of care and evaluates effectiveness of the plan.
Reports to the Physical Therapist any problems related to patient/caregiver education.
Completes all documentation within specified timeframes.
Appropriately manages time and daily tasks to achieve daily productivity goals.