Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) PRN (As Needed)

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Montgomery, Alabama is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) PRN to administer physical therapy treatments under the guidance of Physical Therapists. Responsibilities include monitoring patients, ensuring treatment compliance, and supervising LPTA staff. Ideal candidates must possess an active PTA license and have strong communication and interpersonal skills. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Active PTA license required.
• BLS required.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy treatment to patients.
• Monitors and completes progress notes.
• Ensures all treatments are performed as ordered.
• Supervises all LPTAs and responsible for performance evaluations.

Skills

Ability to work from broad directions and be self motivated

Prioritize workload to achieve maximum efficiency

Effective communication with diverse backgrounds

Positive customer service experience

Knowledge of HIPAA standards

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassion and sensitivity for patient comfort

Maintain confidentiality

Supervise and train employees

Education

Degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) PRN (As Needed) role at Baptist Health - Central Alabama. Join to apply for the Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) PRN (As Needed) role at Baptist Health - Central Alabama.

Responsibilities

Summary: Administers physical therapy treatment to patients, working under the direction of and as an assistant to Physical Therapists for inpatients and outpatients. Monitors and completes progress notes and discharge summaries. Ensures all treatments are performed as ordered or communicates why treatment was not performed. Supervises all LPTAs and is responsible for performance evaluations, regulating PTO, clinical skills checklist, weekly coverage including weekends, and all other job related requirements for the LPTA staff.

Education / Experience

Degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program. Bachelors degree preferred. Prior supervisory experience 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, guests, 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.

Location

Prattville Baptist Hospital

Job Type

PRN-PRN

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)