Physical Therapist Assistant - 12 Week Contract (TTWP) - Outpatient - Tappahannock

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Tappahannock (VA); Vor Ort; USD 51.000 - 73.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide patient‑centered PT care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will also educate staff, students, and families, and may rotate through multiple clinical service areas.

The role requires an accredited PTA program graduate (Associates) and at least 1 year of PTA experience. Weekend/holiday coverage may be required; compensation is provided per hour with additional

Qualifikationen

• Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist Assistant
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program (Associates Degree)
• Minimum of 1 year of PTA experience

Aufgaben

• Patient implementation of plan of care and discharge planning.
• Ordering equipment.
• Representing department at rounds and discharge conferences.
• Scheduling and charging patients.

Kenntnisse

Patient care

Communication

Ausbildung

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Jobbeschreibung

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is primarily responsible for the delivery of Physical Therapy care to the patient population to which she/he is assigned and the recording of that care in the hospital medical record. The PTA acts as a consultant to various patient populations. The PTA must work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist according to the laws and practice regulations of the State of Virginia.

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides instruction to OT/PT support staff, PT students, personnel of other disciplines within VCUHS, and patient and/or family members. The PTA may rotate through our various clinical service areas.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:

Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:

Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area

Experience REQUIRED:

Minimum of 1 year of work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Experience PREFERRED:

N/A

Education/training REQUIRED:

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program (Associates Degree)

Education/training PREFERRED:

N/A

Independent action(s) required:

Patient implementation of plan of care, discharge planning.
Ordering equipment.
Representing department at rounds and discharge conferences.
Scheduling and charging patients.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):

Employee may have supervisory responsibilities of Rehab Technicians, students, and volunteers.
Employee is a member of a self-directed team and applies his knowledge and experience in daily clinic problem solving.
The team will bring unresolved issues to departmental manager for assistance and guidance in their resolution.

Additional position requirements:

Employee is expected to share in weekend and holiday schedule expectations of the department or have a fluctuation of daily work hours from 8 AM to 7 PM based on patient population/clinic needs.

Age Specific groups served:

Pediatric, Adolescence, Adult, Geriatric

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs.
Activities: Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change

Compensation Rate:

$45.00

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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