Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA - AHN Wexford Hospital

West Penn Allegheny Health System; Wexford (Allegheny County); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Allegheny Health Network seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to support prescribed therapy programs under a supervising Physical Therapist. You will communicate effectively with patients, families, and health care staff to implement care plans.

This role requires an associate degree with preferred bachelor's and state licensure eligibility, CPR training, and background clearances. You will participate in documentation, quality initiatives, and ongoing professional education.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associate's Degree from a two-year college or technical school.
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree.

Responsabilités

• Provides physical therapy interventions based upon the plan of care written by a physical therapist.
• Completes documentation to comply with department, hospital, and regulatory standards.
• Participates in departmental initiatives for operational improvement including mentoring new staff and participating in committees and educational offerings.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

Connaissances

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Formation

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assisting

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Description du poste

Company: Allegheny Health Network

Job Description: GENERAL OVERVIEW: This job conducts physical therapy treatment programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist; effectively communicates and collaborates with patients, families, and members of the health care team.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides physical therapy interventions based upon the plan of care written by a physical therapist utilizing standard, and possibly specialized, physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient. Completes documentation to comply with department, hospital, and regulatory standards. Participates in departmental initiatives for operational improvement including mentoring new staff and participating in committees and educational offerings. Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Associate's Degree from a two-year college or technical school.
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree.

Additional Employment Requirements

• State licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or PT Assistant Indirect Supervision License or eligible and must obtain one within three (3) months of hire.
• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

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