Physical Therapist Assistant - Full Time

Good Samaritan Society; International Falls (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in International Falls, MN is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to assist with therapy activities and exercises under the guidance of a physical therapist. The role involves selecting interventions, documenting outcomes, and ensuring compliance with licensure standards.

Qualified candidates have PTA licensure in the applicable state(s) and a completed APTA-approved PTA program. BLS certification within six months is required; a valid driver’s license may be needed for

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state(s) of practice.
• Graduate from an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved PTA program.
• BLS certification within six months of employment.
• Valid driver’s license may be required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients/residents/clients with therapy activities under a physical therapist’s supervision.
• Select and modify therapeutic activities and interventions aligned with patient goals and competency.
• Monitor, document and communicate patient responses and progress to the supervising PT.
• Ensure adherence to clinical guidelines and state licensure requirements in daily practice.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

APTA-approved PTA program

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS MN Inter Falls
Location: International Falls, MN
Address: 2201 Keenan Dr, International Falls, MN 56649, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50
Pay Info: $10,000 Sign on Bonus

Job Summary

Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of a physical therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. The physical therapist assistant selects, implements, and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. Contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the physical therapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's/client's targeted physical therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested.

Based on facility needs and assigned locations, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Must also be a graduate through an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state(s) of practice. Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0269672
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No