Impactful Physical Therapy Assistant - Patient-Centered Care

Catholic Health Initiatives; Sherwood (AR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI St. Vincent is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients regain or maintain function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. You will perform initial evaluations, develop plans of care, and deliver treatments while maintaining productivity and teamwork with the interdisciplinary staff.

Success requires strong communication, an age-appropriate approach to care, and a patient-centered mindset, with a focus on excellent service and collaboration with families and the care team.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy Assistant License in Arkansas.
• Completed PTA program with hands-on internship including patient care.
• CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial evaluations and develop individualized plans of care.
• Provide a variety of direct treatments and monitor progress.
• Meet patient care productivity standards and collaborate with the team.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Promote a positive customer service environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Age-appropriate competency

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant program

CPR Certification

Job description

CHI St. Vincent is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients regain or maintain function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. You will perform initial evaluations, develop plans of care, and deliver treatments while maintaining productivity and teamwork with the interdisciplinary staff.

Success requires strong communication, an age-appropriate approach to care, and a patient-centered mindset, with a focus on excellent service and collaboration with families and the care team.