Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing - PRN

Good Samaritan; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Saint Paul, MN seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to assist in therapy activities under a Physical Therapist's supervision. You will help patients/residents perform exercises and participate in treatment plans to improve daily living skills.

The role requires graduation from an APTA-accredited PTA program, state PTA licensure, and BLS certification within six months of hire; a driver's license may be required in some settings.

Qualifications

• Education level required per state licensure.
• Graduate from an APTA-approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• BLS certification due within six months of employment.
• In some locations, a valid driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with therapy activities and exercises under a PT supervision.
• Monitor and document patient responses and progress during interventions.
• Contribute to treatment planning and communicate outcomes to the PT.

Skills

BLS Certification

Licensed PTA

Driver's license (if applicable)

Education

Graduate of APTA PTA program

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.

Facility

GSS MN St Paul Maplewood Ctr

Location

Saint Paul, MN

Address

550 Roselawn Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55117, USA

Shift

Day

Job Schedule

PRN

Weekly Hours

Varies

Salary Range

$26.00 - $38.50

Department Details

Great location, great team, flexibility with schedules!

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 your 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-0274470

Job Function

Allied Health

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