Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Good Samaritan; Algona (IA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 53,037; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Job summary

A well-established non-profit organization in Algona is looking for a PRN Physical Therapist. The role involves assisting patients with therapy activities, providing therapy services under supervision, and contributing to treatment plans. Candidates should be licensed Physical Therapist Assistants and possess BLS certification. The organization offers a commitment to quality care and a supportive working environment. An attractive benefits package is available to eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Obtains and maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required within the first 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with therapy activities scheduled in a treatment plan.
• Provides, monitors, and records therapy services to clients.
• Modifies therapeutic activities consistent with patient goals.

Skills

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Communication skills

Patient assessment

Education

Graduate from an APTA-approved 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 IA Algona Ctr

Location: Algona, IA

Address: 412 W Kennedy, Algona, IA 50511, USA

Shift: Day

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50

Department Details
The Skilled Rehab team at Good Samaritan Algona and Forest City seeks to hire a PRN Physical Therapist to join our team. The position is PRN, covering the Skilled Nursing Facilities. Currently, we treat the following conditions: orthopedic, weakness, balance/falls/gait, cervical/back pain, general deconditioning, and other various conditions. New grads are welcomed! We are transitioning these locations to an in-house therapy model from contract use. We are looking to hire a candidate who can complement our team. We have amazing qualities with being in-house including:

• We believe in individualized treatment plans and frequency to the benefit of all our patients
• Improved collaboration with each facility being under the same organization

Christian Based Organization

• Workplace culture that allows people to do the greatest amount of good for those they serve

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.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist. When applicable, may require a valid driver's license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

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 a valid driver's license.

Benefits

The 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.

The 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].

The 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.