Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Good Samaritan; Saint Peter (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Saint Peter, MN is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to assist patients with therapy activities and exercises under a therapist's supervision. You will contribute to a treatment plan and help improve daily living abilities in a compassionate, Christian environment.

Responsibilities include selecting and modifying interventions, recording progress, and communicating patient responses to the supervising PT.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved APTA PTA program.
• Must be licensed as a PTA in the practicing state(s).
• BLS certification required within six months of employment.
• Driver's license may be required in some locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with therapy activities and exercises under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Monitor, document, and communicate patient progress and responses.
• Adjust and implement therapeutic interventions aligned with patient goals and licensure requirements.

Skills

BLS Certification

Driver's License

Education

APTA-Approved PTA Program

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

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.

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 St Peter Hm Care

Location:

Saint Peter, MN

Address:

600 South 5th Street Suite 211 Saint Peter, MN 56082

Shift:

Varies

Job Schedule:

PRN

Weekly Hours:

Varies

Salary Range:

$24.00 - $38.50

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. 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 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-0275386

Job Function:

Allied Health

Featured:

No