Physical Therapy Assistant $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

GLISAN in; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Job summary

GLISAN in seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to support therapy services in our healthcare facility in Portland, Oregon. The role involves assisting the Physical Therapist, documenting treatment notes, and helping maintain the department as part of a patient care team.

Eligible for full-time benefits, a $5,000 sign-on bonus, and 401K options. The pay range is $40–$45 per hour, with opportunities for professional contribution and ongoing learning in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed PTA per state practice.
• Proficient with Casamba and Point Click Care.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist.
• Record daily treatment notes and progress notes.
• Assist in maintaining department.
• Participate in patient care and rehabilitation conferences.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and health team.

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant $5,000 Sign On Bonus! (Healthcare)

$5,000 Sign on Bonus!

Full-Time Employees Eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

401K

Payrate: $40-45/hr

General Purpose

The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care.

Essential Duties

• Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist.
• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board.
• Assist in maintaining department.
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

The position is not a supervisory position.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience

Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant Board of the States.

Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures.

Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.

Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.

Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.