Acute Care Physical Therapist Assistant PRN

Intermountain Healthcare; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital in Cedar City, Utah, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for a PRN (as needed) role. Provides skilled PTA services under supervision, assists with treatment planning, and collaborates with care teams to deliver patient-centered care.

The position requires active PTA licensure, BLS for healthcare providers, strong communication skills, and reliable transportation. Ability to navigate a busy rehab setting and document thoroughly is essential.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in the states where you work.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• possess skill sets and experience with target population of job setting.
• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assists the physical therapist in developing and implementing treatment plans.
• Consults, educates, and trains patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborates with care teams and stakeholders to deliver quality care.
• Keeps thorough and timely patient records as required by regulations.
• Completes patient billing accurately and promptly.
• Communicates patient assessments, progress, and concerns with the physical therapist.

Skills

PTA licensure

BLS

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Job Description:The Physical Therapist Assistant provides assistance to the physical therapist in developing and implementing physical therapy treatment, procedures, and related activities for direct patient care. In addition, this position is responsible for consulting, educating, and training patients, families, and caregivers and for collaborating with care teams and stakeholders to deliver quality, patient centered care.Schedule: PRN (as needed).Essential FunctionsPromotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides by service standards.Competent Services : Provides skilled physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, staying updated on standard practices for different patient groups. Conducts treatments according to professional standards (APTA).Productivity Standards : Meets established productivity standards for the department or service line.Documentation and Billing : Keeps thorough and timely patient records as required by regulations and facility policies. Completes patient billing accurately and promptly.Communication : Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals. Ensures smooth operations and optimal use of rehabilitation services. Communicates patient assessments, progress, and concerns with the physical therapist.Continuing Education : Participates in and promotes continuing education opportunities for self and staff, seeking new learning opportunities according to licensure requirements.Quality Improvement : Engages in quality improvement processes, including safe equipment use, improving clinical outcomes, patient access, patient experience and all aspects of the Intermountain Operating Model. Participates in utilization review audits.Program Development and Marketing : Contributes to program development and marketing strategies to grow the physical therapy program to achieve department goals.SkillsQuality ImprovementVerbal and Written CommunicationPatient EngagementCritical ThinkingTime ManagementCare PlanningCompassionQualificationsCurrent Physical Therapist Assistant license in the states where you work.Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.Basic Computer skills.Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.Possess skill sets and experience with target population of job setting.Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Location:Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital, Intermountain Health St George Regional HospitalWork City:Cedar CityWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:0The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$29.43 - $45.39We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence (\"AI\") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. 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