Physical Therapist Assistant

Artesia; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with Rx benefits

Dental insurance

Vision care

Paid vacation

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Artesia seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to provide patient care and support. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered care and work effectively within a team. The position requires current registration/licensure and education from an accredited assistant program. Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and paid vacation are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program.
• Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process.
• Current registration/licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates commitment to the company's mission and values.
• Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist.
• Complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knocks before entering a resident’s room and respects personal and property rights.
• Complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Treats patients as directed by licensed therapists.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program

Current registration/licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Current PTA/OTA licensure

Job description

Sign-On Bonus 2,000 Available!!

Overview

We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

Requirements:

• You care.

Position Summary

Provides patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist and in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements and Company policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates commitment to company's mission, values, and standards of ethical behavior.
• Models a positive and professional image that emulates the organization's mission and encourages a spirit of cooperation with co-workers. Assists co-workers and promotes teamwork by sharing information useful to achieving desired results.
• Ensures that all residents are treated fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect, and their rights are protected at all times.
• Respects and upholds all residents' personal and property rights whenever carrying out duties, including knocking before entering a resident's room.
• Complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program
• Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Commitment to the company mission to consistently deliver high quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion and integrity, and to enrich every life we touch. Embracing the company values of care & compassion, community, honesty & integrity, teamwork, innovation and safety.
• Must have current registration/licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant

Benefits

• Medical insurance with Rx benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision care
• Paid vacation