Physical Therapist Assistant -East Washington

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant in Indianapolis, Indiana. This role involves developing treatment plans and modifying them based on patient needs, while ensuring a safe environment.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate Science Degree, a valid Indiana license, and outpatient orthopedic experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to lift patients are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Must have experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
• Ability to lift/transfer patients and treatment supply items without restriction.
• Knowledge of evaluation and therapy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Interpret results of initial evaluation and develop treatment plans.
• Modify treatment plans as needed.
• Establish and maintain a safe environment for effective team functioning.

Skills

Patient communication

Anatomy/physiology knowledge

Outpatient General Orthopedic experience

Education

Associate Science Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Valid Indiana Physical Therapy license or temporary permit

Job description

Responsibilities

A Physical Therapist Assistant will be responsible for interpreting results of initial evaluation, determining appropriate patient goals, and developing treatment plan. You will modify treatment plan as needed and utilize appropriate treatment techniques. Physical therapists will also be responsible for participating in teaching opportunities or clinical education of students as well as inter-disciplinary program planning. Most importantly, you must establish and maintain a safe environment conducive to effective team functioning, positive patient outcomes, and personal safety.

Qualifications

• Associate Science Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program is required
• Must have a valid Indiana Physical Therapy license or temporary permit
• Previous Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) with Outpatient General Orthopedic experience
• Must be knowledgeable in anatomy/physiology, evaluation and therapy, theoretical concepts and techniques, current materials and technological advances, and new professional trends
• You will effectively provide quality service to impaired individuals and communicate effectively with staff, peers, patients, families, physicians, and all internal/external customers
• An ability to incorporate a basic understanding of the behaviors, developmental needs, physical needs, emotional needs, and comfort of the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient will help
• Also, you must be able to lift/transfer patients and treatment supply items without restriction