Physical Therapist Assistant - Viverant Physical Therapy

MedStar Health; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team in Saint Louis Park. In this full-time role, you will assist Physical Therapists in providing exceptional therapeutic services, ensure effective patient communication, and contribute to a collaborative healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will possess an Associate's degree from an accredited PTA program and be committed to providing high-quality care to patients. Join us in our mission to enhance patient health and wellness.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan

Maternity Bundle

401K with Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym & Car Rental Discounts

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in MN required.
• Outpatient orthopedic experience preferred.
• Ability to comply with healthcare regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physical Therapists in providing care and treatment.
• Evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans.
• Lead educational activities for patient and community engagement.

Skills

Patient Treatment

Therapeutic Massage

Communication

Technology Software Understanding

Education

Associate's degree from an accredited PTA program

Tools

MindBody

Microsoft Office Suite

Sharepoint

EMR

Slack

Job description

Description

The Physical Therapist Assistant will assist Physical Therapists with providing therapeutic healthcare services to patients. Pelvic health experience/training preferred.

This is a full-time position working flexible hours M-F out of our St. Louis Park location.

Viverant Physical Therapy is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.

Essential Functions:

• Provides treatment to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist


• Provide therapeutic massage


• Observe patients and evaluate data on patient's progress


• Instructs families and caregiver on maintenance programs as directed by the Physical Therapist


• Create awareness of other onsite services such as personal training, health coaching, chiropractic, nutrition, primary care, etc.

• Submitting monthlysession/hourstracking notes


• Support corporate site staff with smooth scheduling and logistical support


• Master necessary understanding of technology software:MindBody, Microsoft OfficeSuite andSharepoint, EMR, Slack


• Maintain constant communication with clients to ensure goals are being met


• Work closely with other onsite resources and offerings such as: Health Coaching, Fitness, Chiropractic, andPrimary Care


• Partnering with the employer to conduct various client engagement and educational activities and events, such as lunch & learns, information fairs, campus activities, etc.


• Reporting various metrics to the Director of Operations, such as utilization, engagement, outreach efforts, and activity level


• Supports the documentation andsharing of client success stories and referrals


• Participating in program planning and development, as well as design and/or carry out related research


• Leading and/or participating in staff education

• Answer phones, order supplies, complete forms


• Prepare detailed and comprehensive daily notes that support treatment charges


• Notify supervising Physical Therapist of any patient status change or poor tolerance to treatment


• Use and set-up modalities including Ultrasound, Traction, E-stim, Iontophoresis, and MedX


• Any and all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Associate's degree from an accredited PTA program; or equivalent experience


• Currently licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of MN or state in which practicing


• Outpatient Orthopedic experience preferred

Benefits & Compensation:

• Actual starting pay will vary based on education, skills, and experience.


• We offer a comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan, Maternity Bundle, 401K with Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Gym & Car Rental Discounts - to learn more clickhere.

Essential Requirements:

Ability to:

• Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines.


• Complete job required training.


• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)


• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance


• Work in the clinic, office or surgery center during business hours


• Travel independently throughout the clinic, office or surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required


• Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines


• Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner


• Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations


• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions


• Understand and execute a variety of instructions


• Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system


• Work independently with minimal supervision


• Travel to other work locations, if required

Performance Expectations - i-Health's Core Values:

• Integrity - Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and say


• Service - Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experience


• Quality - Act with high purpose, committed effort, and skillful execution to exceed expectations


• Innovation - Identify progressive solutions that improve service, teamwork, efficiency, and/or effectiveness


• Teamwork - Be a part of the whole; support each other positively

Environmental Conditions:

• Clinic setting

Notes:

• Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.


• We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees


• This position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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