Dynamic PTA: Hands-on Rehab & Patient Education

Carle Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to implement the plan of care created by the physical therapist for patients of all ages. You will be a role model in delivering professional services and a clinical resource for staff and students.

Education: Associate's Degree and licensure as a PTA in Illinois, with BLS within 30 days and board eligibility for the next exam date. Expect ongoing continuing education for acute stroke care and collaboration with PT on treatments.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Must be a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Illinois.
• BLS certification within 30 days.
• Board eligible/required to complete board exam on next available date.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant teaching methods.
• Follows therapist's plan of care and adjusts treatment based on patient response and evidence after communicating with the evaluating therapist and documenting that communication in the daily note.
• Produces documentation in accordance with the Clinical Documentation Policy (CTSCP67).
• Completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements.
• Follows treatment plan of care established by PT.
• Provides treatment interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, ultrasound.
• Administers electrical stimulation treatment.
• Provides aquatic therapy.
• Completes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR.
• Coordinates with PT on patient treatment interventions.
• Communicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations.

Skills

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Associate's Degree

Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Carle Health seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to implement the plan of care created by the physical therapist for patients of all ages. You will be a role model in delivering professional services and a clinical resource for staff and students.

Education: Associate's Degree and licensure as a PTA in Illinois, with BLS within 30 days and board eligibility for the next exam date. Expect ongoing continuing education for acute stroke care and collaboration with PT on treatments.