Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Good Samaritan; Jackson (MN); Sur place; USD 33 062 - 53 037; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Résumé du poste

A healthcare provider is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant in Jackson, MN. This role involves assisting clients with therapy activities, monitoring progress, and communicating results to therapists. Applicants must hold appropriate state licensure and BLS certification. The position offers a flexible work schedule and is part of a not-for-profit organization that values quality care. An attractive benefits package is available for qualifying employees.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within six months of employment.
• Valid driver's license may be required.

Responsabilités

• Assist patients with therapy activities and exercises.
• Monitor and document therapy services to clients.
• Communicate with physical therapists about patient responses.

Connaissances

Patient care

Therapeutic activities

Communication

Formation

Graduate from an approved APTA program

State licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Description du poste

Overview

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 Jackson Ctr
• Location: Jackson, MN
• Address: 601 West St, Jackson, MN 56143, USA
• Shift: Day
• Job Schedule: PRN
• Weekly Hours: Varies
• Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50

Details

• Department Details: Travel and mileage reimbursement
• Joining a great team of therapists
• Fun work environment
• Flexible hours

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

• 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.
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• 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.

Req Number: R-0250147

Job Function: Allied Health

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