Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)

Oklahoma State University Medical Center; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Medical Center in Tulsa is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The PTA will administer modalities, document progress, and communicate with the care team to support patient independence across care areas.

Required is an Associate Degree (preferred) with an Oklahoma PTA license or eligibility and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant preferred.
• Current Oklahoma PTA license or eligibility.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary care environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PTA treatments per PT plan under supervision.
• Follow prescribed treatment plans to maximize independence.
• Document patient progress and communicate with the care team.
• Provide care across patient care areas as needed.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation skills

Clinical procedures knowledge

Education

Associate Degree (2 years) in Physical Therapist Assistant

Tools

BLS

OK PTA License

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.

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