Physical Therapist Assistant

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 31,836 - 48,615; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Malpractice liability insurance

Loan forgiveness program

Wellness program with free gym access

Job summary

A healthcare organization in New Mexico is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to apply therapeutic interventions under supervision. The role requires knowledge of physical therapy and basic computer skills, alongside a certification. Responsibilities include assisting in rehabilitation for physical and developmental disorders. The company offers extensive wellness programs and various educational benefits. The position is full-time with a varied shift, ideal for those with less than a year of experience, and it covers home health care responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Requires less than one year experience in physical therapy.
• Current driver's license and auto insurance for home health care.
• Interpretation of data related to physical therapy.

Responsibilities

• Applies a variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation under supervision.
• Works in home health care settings requiring compliance with regulations.

Skills

Detailed knowledge of physical therapy

Basic computer skills

Understanding of rules and regulations

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant certification

Job description

Location Address

2100 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd , Clovis, New Mexico 88101-9412, United States of America

Compensation Pay Range

Minimum Offer $: 23.11, Maximum Offer for this position is up to $: 35.29

Summary

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, applies a variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of physical and developmental disorders.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity

Full time

FTE

1

Job Exempt

No

Work Shift

Varied Days and Hours (United States of America)

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, applies a variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of physical and developmental disorders.

Qualifications

Physical Therapist Assistant: Requires detailed knowledge of physical therapy in terms of what and how work is to be done as well as why it is done, this level includes interpretation of data. Basic computer skills required. Basic understanding of the rules and regulations of the specific setting.

Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health Care: All of the requirements listed under physical therapist assistant and Needs to have current drivers license and auto insurance.

Experience:

• Physical Therapist Assistant: Less than one year experience in physical therapy..
• Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health Care: One year experience in supervised clinical practice in acute care or rehab setting preferred.

We're all about well-being, starting with yours.

Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

Learn more about our employee benefits.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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