Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - New Graduate

Cape Fear Valley Health; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join the Allied Health team in Fayetteville, NC. Work with a PT to implement treatment plans and deliver therapeutic interventions during day shifts.

The role involves collaborat ing with PT staff, documenting patient care, and coordinating services while adhering to professional standards. New graduates and experienced clinicians are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an APTA accredited program.
• Current North Carolina license to practice physical therapy.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes, selects, and utilizes effective methods of verbal and non-verbal interactions based on the age of the patient.
• Develops and modifies goals and treatment plans in collaboration with the physical therapist.
• Delivers various therapeutic interventions accurately and effectively.
• Delegates and monitors aspects of care to appropriate PT personnel.
• Coordinates the delivery of physical therapy services.
• Documents services delivered clearly, concisely, and accurately.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant (APTA accredited)

Current NC PT license

Job description

Summary

Treats patients referred for Physical Therapy services. Works as an effective Team member that contributes work efforts towards the improvement of quality patient care.

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Allied Health

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

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:

• Recognizes, selects, and utilizes effective methods of verbal and non-verbal interactions based on the age of the patient
• Develops and modifies goals and treatment plans in collaboration with the physical therapist
• Delivers various therapeutic interventions accurately and effectively
• Delegates and monitors aspects of care to appropriate PT personnel
• Coordinates the delivery of physical therapy services
• Documents services delivered clearly, concisely, and accurately
• Accurately records and submits patient related charges for patient billing and departmental productivity
• Efficiently utilizes resources of human, equipment and supplies
• Authorized to have access to medications within their scope of practice
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education And Formal Training

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an APTA accredited academic institution
• Current North Carolina license to practice physical therapy

Work Experience

• New graduates and experienced clinicians considered

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Ability to effectively apply knowledge and skills learned
• Effective problem solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills which requires the ability to quickly assess situations and appropriately respond in a timely manner
• Ability to understand roles as defined and work within a Team-oriented environment

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 Examiners

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity