Cancer Physical Therapy Assistant, Part Time Day (32 hours)

Kaiser; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Physical Therapist Assistant, where you will deliver quality therapy services to patients of all ages. This part-time role involves administering treatments, documenting progress, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient recovery. You will have the opportunity to lead patient care classes and participate in specialized clinics, all while maintaining a safe and organized environment. If you are passionate about helping others and committed to professional growth, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited PTA program with knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Basic skills in PT procedures and treatment modalities.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy treatments per established plans.
• Communicates outcomes to therapists and physicians.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment.

Skills

Physical Therapy Procedures

Documentation Skills

Basic Life Support

Use of Modalities

Group Dynamics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Successful completion of clinical internships

Job description

Job Summary:

To administer quality physical therapy services following treatment plans established by physical therapists to restore function, prevent disability and return patients to maximal potential.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Delivers physical therapy treatments to patients ranging in age from geriatric to pediatric: provides and progresses treatment as per treatment plans, physician order, professional standards and departmental protocols.
  
• Teaches patient care classes and groups for specific disorders per physician order and departmental policies.
  
• May participate in patient care clinics per specialized training or continuing education (i.e. Amputee Clinic).
  
• Communicates outcomes to evaluating therapist, physicians and other health professionals.
  
• Complete all chart documentation as outlined by Kaiser Permanente and State License requirements.
  
• Demonstrate and practice efficient workflow using time management skills which allow for patient treatments, proficient use of computers and electronic tools (using short keys, smart sets and dot phrases).
  
• Performs duties in a professional manner demonstrating dependability, flexibility and teamwork.
  
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, in-services, peer review and self-evaluation per departmental standards.
  
• Continuing education dependent on and specific to patient population treated.
  
• Participates in maintaining a clean, safe and organized environment.
  
• Performs other duties as requested.
  

Basic Qualifications:
Experience

• N/A
  

Education

• Graduate of accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program, basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology appropriate to PTA.
  
• Successful completion of clinical internships.
  
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
  

License, Certification, Registration

• Physical Therapist Assistant License (Oregon)
  

• Basic Life Support within 2 months of hire
  

Additional Requirements:

• Basic skills in PT procedures and treatment, use of modalities (US, electrical stimulation, traction, etc), documentation skills, CPR certified.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum one (1) year of clinic experience in comparable setting.
  
• Knowledge base applicable to patient load at KSMC.
  
• Skills in group dynamics, leading classes.
  

PrimaryLocation : Oregon,Portland,Central Interstate Medical Offices
HoursPerWeek : 32
Shift : Day
Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
WorkingHoursStart : 07:00 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 06:30 PM
Job Schedule : Part-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : W02 AFT Local 5017
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Rehab Services
Department : Interstate - Central Med Ofcs - Physical Medicine - 1008
Travel : No
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.