Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant- Full Time Days

Cape Fear Valley Health; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, North Carolina is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join the Physical Therapy department. You will work as an effective team member contributing to quality patient care and outcomes.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans with the PT, delivering interventions, documenting charges, and supporting education of patients and staff. A CAPTE-accredited PTA program graduate with NC licensure and BLS certification is

Qualifications

• Associate degree as Physical Therapist Assistant from CAPTE-accredited program.
• Current North Carolina PTA license required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients referred for Physical Therapy services.
• Develop and modify goals and treatment plans with the PT.
• Deliver various therapeutic interventions accurately and effectively.
• Coordinate delivery of PT services with the team.
• Document services and submit charges clearly and accurately.
• Educate patients and others; participate in clinical education and training.
• Cross-train to provide coverage; maintain patient caseload.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical knowledge

Problem solving

Education

AS in PTA

NC PTA license

BLS certification

Job description

**Facility**Cape Fear Valley Medical Center**Location**Fayetteville, North Carolina**Department**Physical Therapy**Job Family**Allied Health**Work Shift**Days (United States of America)**Summary**Treat patients referred for Physical Therapy services. Works as an effective Team member that contributes work efforts towards the improvement of quality patient care.# **Major Job Functions**The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:* Recognize, select and utilize effective methods of verbal and non-verbal interactions based on the age of the patient* Develop and modify goals and treatment plans in collaboration with the physical therapist* Deliver various therapeutic interventions accurately and effectively* Delegate and monitor aspects of care to appropriate PT personnel* Coordinate the delivery of physical therapy services* Document services delivered clearly, concisely, and accurately* Actively participate in the education of self, patient and others* Accurately record and submit patient related charges for patient billing and departmental productivity* Efficiently utilize resources of human, equipment and supplies* Authorized to have access to medications within their scope of practice* Cross train in other settings to provide coverage as needed* Other duties as assigned# **Minimum Qualifications**The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:## **Education and Formal Training**:* Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an CAPTE accredited academic institution required* Current North Carolina license to practice physical therapy required* BLS certification required## **Work Experience**:* None## **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required**:* Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language* Strong interpersonal skills* Good written and verbal ability* Exercises good judgment and problem-solving skills and effectively works in a team-oriented environment* Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and integration of factors involved in patient care such that clinicians are considered a resource to others in the department* Meets the clinical challenges of the complex patient* Promotes performance improvement to improve the quality of clinical services* Participates in clinical education and training* Interacts with other clinicians and/or professional organizations such that the clinician remains aware of current professional issues* Encourages staff development* Pursues clinical growth* Demonstrates respect in all communication* Problem solves in an ethical and effective manner* Provides clinical service in accordance with CFVH/CFVRC values* Demonstrates flexibility and teamwork* Assists with project and program development while maintaining patient caseload* All clinical staff serving both inpatient and outpatient areas must attend evacuation training* All clinical staff must be oriented to restraint, seclusion and safety devices## **Physical Requirements**:* Ability to communicate orally, read, write, hear, and visually assess patient status* Ability to utilize proper body mechanics when examining or delivering care* Ability to transfer and transport patients of various body weight and composition* Ability to stand, bend, stoop, lift, turn, twist, sit, and walk frequently* Ability to demonstrate proper use of and manipulate equipment**Required Licenses and Certifications**LPTA - NC Board Physical Therapy ExaminersCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityFor exceptional healthcare come to Cape Fear Valley Health where caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process. At Cape Fear Valley Health, our goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch. Our diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time.Cape Fear Valley is a 950-bed, 8-hospital regional health system, the 8th largest in North Carolina, with more than 1 million inpatient and outpatients annually. A private not-for-profit organization with over 7,000 employees and 850 physicians. Our employees and physicians proudly serve a seven-county region of southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Raeford, Lumberton, Elizabethtown, Clinton, Lillington, Dunn and beyond. Our medical facilities include Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center, Behavioral Health Care, Bladen County Hospital, Hoke Hospital, Central Harnett Hospital, Betsy Johnson Hospital, as well as more than 60 medical offices and specialty care clinics spread throughout the Cape Fear region.