Physical Therapist Assist / Inpatient - Physical Therapy

Baxter Health; Mountain Home (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join their inpatient team. This role involves collaborating with physical therapists to help patients regain skills necessary for daily living through therapeutic activities. Candidates must have an accredited PTA education, relevant experience, and a current Arkansas license.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus available per agreement

Qualifications

• Current Arkansas PTA license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• 12 to 18 months related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Help patients develop, recover, and improve skills for daily living.
• Collaborate with and work under the supervision of a physical therapist.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Basic computer knowledge

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Education Program

Associate's Degree

Job description

Physical Therapist Assist / Inpatient - Physical Therapy

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Job Summary

In collaboration with, and under the supervision of a physical therapist, helps patients develop, recover, and improve skills needed for daily living and work through therapeutic activities and exercises outlined in an established care plan.

Job Requirements

1. Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Education Program by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
2. Experience: 12 to 18 months related experience, excluding clinical affiliations required for degree completion.
3. Licensure: Current Arkansas PTA license in good standing.
4. Certifications: Current CPR certification.
5. Other: Effective communication skills, basic computer knowledge, ability to read and write.
6. Preferred Education: Associate's Degree.

Additional Information

• Original Transcripts and Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy verification required.
• This is a safety-sensitive position under Arkansas Act 593 regarding Medical Marijuana.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 250 pounds, repetitive hand movements, and operating a computer.
• Work environment: Hospital setting with potential exposure to communicable diseases.
• Note: Sign-on bonus available per agreement.