Full-Time - Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient

Northwell Health; Oaks (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant in Oklahoma. The role involves administering patient care, maintaining medical records, and ensuring patient progress is communicated effectively. Qualified candidates should hold an Associate's Degree and a current license to practice in New York State, along with 3-4 years of relevant experience in healthcare. This position offers a dynamic working environment focused on patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Current License to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in New York State.
• 3-4 years of relevant experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Administers direct patient care as per physician's prescription.
• Maintains progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Participates in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation skills

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Physical therapy equipment

Job description

Job Description

Assists in administering physical therapy care programs; monitors and communicates patient’s progress to Physical Therapist and other medical/ allied health personnel. Maintains medical records for each patient.

Job Responsibility

• Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other State authorized practitioner, as directed.
• Submits required documentation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department.
• Maintains progress notes and discharge summaries of assigned patients.
• Responds appropriately to established department emergency procedures for patient safety and care when necessary.
• Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• May attend family meetings/conferences pertaining to the welfare and management of assigned patients.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

• Associate's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Current License to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.

Experience Required

3.1-3 Years Of Relevant Experience.

Salary Detail

Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).