Physical Therapist Assistant, Home Health, Full Time

Adventist Health; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health in Gresham, OR is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide patient care under the supervision of licensed physical therapists. The role involves using modalities, manual techniques, and guided exercises to improve mobility and balance in home health or outpatient settings.

The ideal candidate has PTA licensure, CPR/BLS certification, and a valid driver's license, with preferred associates degree and prior therapy experience in acute or outpatient environments.

Qualifications

• Education: High School/GED required; Associate's/Technical Degree preferred.
• Two years' technical experience preferred.
• Experience in therapy in an acute care environment, acute therapy unit and/or outpatient setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy treatments with modalities, manual techniques and exercises.
• Observes and follows treatment precautions; reports changes to supervisors.
• Documents patient interventions and outcomes in charting.
• Educates patients and caregivers; adapts training to learning styles.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

PTA licensure

CPR/BLS certification

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Education/GED

Associate's/Technical Degree

Job description

Our home health and hospice agencies are located throughout California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington. They serve the entire community and offer personalized in-home care, and many have been recipients of Home Care Elite awards. So whether you're looking for the buzz of a large city, the tranquility of nearby mountain bike trails or something in between, we encourage you to explore our organization.

Job Summary

Provides physical therapy treatments under the supervision of licensed physical therapists, including the use of modalities, manual techniques and common exercise techniques. Instructs and guides patients through functional activities, such as bed mobility, transfers, gait, and balance activities. Works under minimal supervision and may mentor and train staff on technical skills.

Job Requirements

• Education and Work Experience:
  • High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
  • Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
  • Two years' technical experience: Preferred
  • Experience in therapy in an acute care environment, acute therapy unit and/or out patient setting: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Physical Therapy Assistant licensure in all applicable states of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Valid Driver's License (DL) and must be at least 21 years of age or older: Required

Essential Functions

• Performs physical therapy treatments, including the use of modalities, manual techniques and common exercise techniques. Instructs and guides patients through functional activities, such as bed mobility, transfers and gait and balance activities.
• Observes and follows treatment precautions as identified by physical therapists, nurses or physicians. Observes for changes in patient responses and reports changes to nurses and physical therapists in charge.
• Provides daily and timely patient chart documentation of interventions and services provided in the acute care setting. Documents employee and out-patient treatments, as necessary.
• Provides education and training to patients and caregivers, while incorporating learning style preferences. Assesses education and training responses.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify.

Location:Gresham, OR-97030