Physical Therapy Assistant - Inpatient

Geisinger•Wilkes-Barre, PA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist to aid in the total rehabilitation of the patient via use of various modalities, therapeutic exercise, gait training, and functional activities. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. This is a full-time position with 8-hour shifts, including 2-3 evenings until 6pm. The role is unionized. Geisinger is a healthcare system with nine hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,600 employed physicians, Geisinger serves over 1 million people. The organization emphasizes collaboration, cooperation, and collegiality, and is committed to diversity and inclusion, being an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Must hold a PA license in Physical Therapy Assistant
Completed a training program in Physical Therapy Assistant
Basic Life Support Certification within 30 days
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Pennsylvania)
Skills: Health Care Policy And Ethics Compliance
Skills: Interpersonal Communication
Skills: Physiotherapy
Skills: Rehab Assessment And Care
Skills: Rehabilitation Practices/Programs
Skills: Teamwork
Skills: Therapeutic Treatment

Responsibilities

Performs a physical therapy treatment program developed by the physical therapist and progresses the patient through the program in a safe and competent manner.
Prepares patient for treatment by explaining the treatment process and positioning the patient for comfort, safety, and optimal response to the treatment.
Administers various treatment modalities in a safe and appropriate manner.
Utilizes appropriate active and passive therapeutic exercise programs and equipment safely and effectively such as range of motion, strengthening, stretching, and isokinetic training.
Performs gait training, transfer training, and other functional activities.
Performs selected measurement procedures consistently and accurately such as joint range of motion, gross strength of muscle groups, length and girth of body parts and vital signs.
Fits patients for and adjusts assistive devices such as canes, walkers, crutches, and wheelchairs appropriate to the patient's diagnosis.
Instructs and trains the patient in the proper use and care of orthoses, prostheses, and assistive devices.
Modifies treatment procedures as indicated by patient response to treatment within the limits specified in the treatment plan and discusses treatment changes with the supervising physical therapist.
Provides instruction to patient and family specific to the patient's needs and individual treatment program.
Keeps the physical therapist aware of patient's status and any problems that may arise.
Performs discharge planning activities in a timely and effective manner as a member of the rehab team and as directed by the physical therapist.
Provides for patient equipment needs when applicable.
Instructs patient and family in home exercise programs, safe performance of mobility skills, and the safe use and operation of equipment as indicated.
Performs all documentation responsibilities pertinent to patient care legibly and in compliance with departmental policy.
Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Benefits

Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.