Physical Therapist Assistant (Inpatient) - Rehabilitation Services

Oklahoma State University Medical Center; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oklahoma State University Medical Center in Tulsa seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient treatment under the supervision of licensed Physical Therapists. This role focuses on helping patients regain independence following disability, injury, disease, or amputation through prescribed modalities and therapeutic procedures.

Responsibilities include following established plans, documenting outcomes, communicating with the care team, and delivering care across all

Qualifications

• Education: 2-year/ Associate Degree (preferred).
• License/Certification: OK Physical Therapist Assistant License; new graduates must take exam within 3 months and licensure within 9 months.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA-guided treatment to patients to maximize independence and function.
• Follow treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist and document and communicate necessary information.
• Maintain care across patient care areas as required and comply with governing standards.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Job Description

Under the guidance of the Director of Rehab Medicine, the Clinical Coordinator, and the Physical Therapists, the Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for treatment of patients following disability, injury, disease or amputation, to help attain a maximum level of independence and performance. The PTA follows the treatment plans as established by the Physical Therapist and administers modalities and other related procedures, under the prescription of the patient's physician and supervision of the Physical Therapist. Treatment will be provided in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. He/she is responsible for documentation and communication of all necessary information to all appropriate parties. The PTA is responsible for care of patients in all patient care areas of OSU Medical Center, as situation requires. The PTA must follow standards of performance for Physical Therapist Assistants as established by all governing bodies. He/she also performs other duties as required.

Job Description

Under the guidance of the Director of Rehab Medicine, the Clinical Coordinator, and the Physical Therapists, the Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for treatment of patients following disability, injury, disease or amputation, to help attain a maximum level of independence and performance. The PTA follows the treatment plans as established by the Physical Therapist and administers modalities and other related procedures, under the prescription of the patient's physician and supervision of the Physical Therapist. Treatment will be provided in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. He/she is responsible for documentation and communication of all necessary information to all appropriate parties. The PTA is responsible for care of patients in all patient care areas of OSU Medical Center, as situation requires. The PTA must follow standards of performance for Physical Therapist Assistants as established by all governing bodies. He/she also performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education: 2-year/ Associate Degree (preferred)

License / Certification -

• OK Physical Therapist Assistant License (new graduates must take the exam within 3 Months & receive full licensure within 9 months)
• BLS