Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant - FT

Baptist Health; Jacksonville (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to administer physical therapy treatments under the direction of Physical Therapists in inpatient and outpatient settings. The LPTA will assist PTs, monitor progress notes and discharge summaries, and ensure treatments are performed as ordered with any deviations explained.

The role requires a PTA degree, active PTA license, and BLS certification, with strong communication and confidentiality adherence.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Active PTA license required, BLS required.
• HIPAA standards knowledge is essential.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, organize and schedule work.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatment to patients.
• Work under the direction of Physical Therapists and assist PTs for inpatients and outpatients.
• Monitor and complete progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Ensure all treatments are performed as ordered or explain why not performed.
• May have additional duties within scope of role.

Skills

HIPAA knowledge

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Confidentiality

Supervision

Education

PTA degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.

To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Summary

The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant shall administer physical therapy treatment to patients. The LPTA will work under the direction of the Physical Therapists and will assistant Physical Therapists for patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting. This individual shall monitor and complete progress notes and discharge summaries. Additionally, the LPTA shall ensure all treatments are performed as ordered or communicate why any treatment was not performed. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience

Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant, Bachelor’s degree preferred.

License / Certification

Active PTA license required, BLS required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work from broad directions and be self motivated.
• Ability to prioritize workload to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people of various backgrounds throughout the organization.
• Ability to provide a positive customer service experience to guest, visitors, and patients.
• Knowledge of HIPAA standards and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively with patients, guest, and hospital personnel.
• The ability to show compassion and sensitivity for patient comfort.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting 25%, standing 60%, and walking 15% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, and frequent use of large muscle groups. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 75 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels.

Primary Location:

Baptist Medical Center South

Job:

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant - FT

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Type:

Regular-Full time

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)