PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT - PT VILLA

St. Bernards Medical Group; Jonesboro (AR); Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Recruiting.com LLC is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant in Jonesboro, Arkansas. In this role, you will assist Physical Therapists in providing care, developing treatment plans, and documenting patient progress. You must be licensed in Arkansas and demonstrate sound clinical judgment while working with frail elderly clients.

Required qualifications include CPR certification and strong communication skills. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and move patients safely. Join our dedicated team providing essential health services!

Qualifikationen

• Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Arkansas.
• CPR certified.
• Working knowledge of the needs of frail elderly populations.

Aufgaben

• Assist Physical Therapists in providing physical therapy treatments.
• Develop treatment plans and document the progress of treatment.

Kenntnisse

Sound clinical skills

Effective oral communication skills

Effective written communication skills

Basic computer skills

Ausbildung

Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Jobbeschreibung

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education
  • Must have satisfied education requirements from an accredited program and be currently licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Arkansas by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy (the Board). CPR certified.
• Experience
  • Sound clinical skills and demonstrated good judgment. Working knowledge of physical, mental and social needs of the frail elderly population. Ability to problem-solve and plan effectively. Effective oral and written communication skills. Basic computer skills.
• Physical
  • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
  • Requires physical strength to perform the essential functions of the job. Must be able to work required schedule. Hearing within normal range. Frequent sitting, stooping, standing, walking, bending, pushing/pulling up to 250 pounds, and carrying up to 35 pounds, and lifting up to 100 pounds.

JOB SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist Assistant will assist Physical Therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant will have frequent and regular supervision by or in consultation with a physical therapist whose license is in good standing. The PTA will meet and abide by rules and regulations set forth by the Board.