Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Baptist Health (Alabama); EE. UU.; Presencial; USD 33.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Baptist Health is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care in our inpatient and outpatient settings. This PRN role works under licensed Physical Therapists, administering treatments and assisting with progress notes and discharge summaries.

The LPTA will ensure treatments follow orders, communicate when treatments cannot be performed, and may take on additional duties within the role's scope.

Formación

• PTA degree required or pursued; licensed to practice as PTA.
• Active PTA license required, BLS certification.
• Ability to collaborate with Physical Therapists and support staff.

Responsabilidades

• Administer physical therapy treatments under PT supervision.
• Assist PTs with patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Monitor progress notes and discharge summaries; document as ordered.

Conocimientos

Teamwork & collaboration

Communication (verbal)

Communication (written)

HIPAA knowledge

Customer service

Confidentiality

Prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Patient interaction

Organizational awareness

Training/supervision

Educación

PTA degree

Descripción del empleo

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.

Highlights: 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 assist 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,

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 East

Job:

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Type:

PRN-PRN Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.