Physical Therapist Assistant

Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital in Newport, OR, seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient rehabilitation under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role emphasizes compassionate care and precise documentation to ensure effective therapy delivery.

You will assist with therapy sessions, document progress, and contribute to a multidisciplinary team focused on returning patients to function and daily activities.

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered Oregon Physical Therapist Assistant license required.
• Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy services under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Provides technical support for the effective and efficient delivery of therapy services.

Skills

Therapy principles

Business Writing

Communication

Team Building

Time Management

Education

Oregon PTA license

BLS certification

Job description

• JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

  • Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, administers physical therapy services and performs related duties. Provides technical support for the effective and efficient delivery of therapy services.

• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

  • The Rehabilitation teams at Samaritan evaluate and treat patients with injuries or conditions that have caused either a decline in physical mobility or functional independence. We offer a variety of specialized services including orthopedic rehab, neurological and stroke rehab, balance and dizziness rehab and chronic pain treatment with the use of movement. The main goal is return to function and community activities.

• EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

  • Current unencumbered Oregon Physical Therapist Assistant license required.
  • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.

• KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

  • Therapy and Counseling - Possess the skills and knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and cognitive conditions. Ability to provide counseling and guidance.
  • Business Writing - Strong business writing skills, including the ability to professionally communicate clinical content in written documentation that is easily understood by the end user.
  • Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
  • Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
  • Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Rarely
    (1 - 10% of the time)
    Occasionally
    (11 - 33% of the time)
    Frequently
    (34 - 66% of the time)
    Continually
    (67 - 100% of the time)
    LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
    LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 60 or more Lbs
    CRAWL (hands & knees)
    ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY
    LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 60 or more Lbs
    SIT
    WALK - INCLINE
    CLIMB - STAIRS
    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs
    LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 - 40 Lbs
    LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
    CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
    CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
    SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
    KNEEL (on knees)
    ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
    ROTATE TRUNK Standing
    REACH - Upward
    PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
    PULL (20-40 pounds force)
    WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
    STAND
    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
    LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
    CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
    BEND FORWARD at waist
    REACH - Forward
    MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
    FINGER DEXTERITY
    PINCH Fingers
    GRASP Hand/Fist
    PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
    PULL (0-20 pounds force)
    None specified