Physical Therapist Assistant - Everett Clinic

Optum; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will assist in implementing patient care plans under the guidance of a licensed physical therapist, ensuring that treatment goals are met effectively. The position emphasizes strong communication and customer service skills, as you will be interacting with patients and their families, as well as healthcare professionals. This opportunity not only allows you to make a positive impact on patients' lives but also offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Washington state board-approved PTA program is required.
• Current Washington State PTA license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing patient care programs under supervision.
• Administer treatment modalities to improve patient functions.
• Document patient care and submit charges for services.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Clinical Judgment

Education

Washington State PTA License

Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.



Under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, renders physical therapy treatments and interventions. Helps patients meet their treatment goals by following treatment plans established by the physical therapist, exercising sound clinical judgment when providing patient care, and ensuring appropriate communication with the PT regarding the patient's progress.



Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and implementing patient care programs under supervision of a physical therapist


• Administer selected treatment modalities and interventions such as physical agents; mechanical traction; manual therapy; therapeutic exercises; and functional training to improve gait, posture, body mechanics, balance, coordination, and performance of activities of daily living, and work- or sports-related activities


• Observe, measure and report patient's response to treatment to supervising physical therapist


• Communicate with the patient, patient's family, physicians, providers and other team members as needed regarding a patient's care


• Demonstrate solid customer service skills


• Document patient's care, and submit charges for services provided in a timely manner


• Assume responsibility for maintaining a high level of clinical competency, professionalism and ethical practice


• Pursue activities that promote professional growth and development


• Perform other related duties as assigned

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a Washington state board-approved physical therapist assistant program


• Current Washington State PTA license


• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience working as an Physical Therapy Assistant


• Experience in treatment of patients with musculoskeletal problems in an outpatient setting


• Experience (or willingness to train) in the McKenzie Method and in lymphedema therapy