Physical Therapist Assistant

Crossing Rivers Health; Prairie du Chien (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossing Rivers Health in Prairie du Chien, WI, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide direct patient care under a Physical Therapist's supervision. The role includes documenting treatments and adjusting plans as needed in a full-time capacity.

Qualified candidates hold an Associate1s Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant and a Wisconsin PTA license. A valid driver s license is also required, with a relocation grant available through a county program to attract talent to Crawford

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program.
• Two years of related experience preferred.
• Wisconsin Physical Therapy Assistant license required (or eligible).
• Valid Drivers License may be required for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatment programs under the supervision of Physical Therapists.
• Provide instruction and assist patients with exercises and activities.
• Document treatments and changes in patient condition accurately.
• Maintain licensure and stay current on PT best practices.

Education

Associate1 Degree in PTA

Wisconsin PTA License

Valid Drivers License

Tools

Basic computer proficiency

Job description

Description

Physical Therapist Assistant

Full Time

Come join our team! Crossing Rivers Health provides competitive pay along with an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision; life insurance, short term disability, paid time off, a retirement plan w-company match, and more!

Crawford County Relocation Opportunity - Talent Recruitment Grant

Crossing Rivers Health is excited to partner with Driftless Development, Inc. to secure the newly awarded Talent Recruitment Grant by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). Come Home to River Country is an initiative designed to attract and retain talent by offering a relocation incentive for out-of-state households moving to Crawford County, Wisconsin.

Our core values are practiced and exhibited throughout the organization in our actions and in services provided.

Joy : Unity : Integrity : Compassion : Excellence

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide direct patient care services under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant will be responsible for documenting patient treatments, changes in condition and other pertinent information as required. The Therapist Assistant will also provide treatment and appropriate therapeutic techniques specific to the age and condition of each patient.

Essential Job Functions

• Administer treatment programs as established by and under the supervision of Physical Therapists.
• Provide instruction, intervention, motivation, and assistance to patients as they practice exercises or functional activities.
• Provide the highest quality treatment to patients in order to promote excellent outcomes.
• Assess patient condition using knowledge of basic biological and medical science.
• Propose treatment goals and objectives in collaboration with Physical Therapists.
• Communicate with other care providers as necessary and appropriate.
• Document treatment, changes in condition and other pertinent information appropriately.
• Utilize equipment, supplies, resources and time in an effective and efficient manner, ensuring budget compliance and cost effectiveness.
• Maintain licensure and stay abreast of current best practices, rules, regulations and policies related to the field of physical therapy.
• Attend or conduct continuing education courses, seminars, or in-service activities.
• Provide services to agencies that the organization has a contractual agreement with under the Physical Therapist Assistant scope of service.
• Adequately perform other duties as deemed necessary for the continued viability and success of the department and organization as a whole.

Competency Statements

• Communication – The ability to get one’s ideas across to others through oral or written means and to understand the ideas of others through effective listening skills.
• Friendly – Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor towards others.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ethical- Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Diversity Oriented – Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion or job type.
• Applied Learning – Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.
• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Empathetic – Ability appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of others.
• Customer Oriented – Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Active Listening – Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Education

• Associate’s Degree (two year college or technical school) Required, Field of Study: Physical Therapist Assistant

Experience

• 2 years of related experience preferred

Computer Skills

• Basic computer proficiency

Certifications & Licenses

• Wisconsin Physical Therapy Assistant License
• Valid Driver’s License