Physical Therapy Assistant - Coos Bay, OR

North Bend Medical Center; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & CME Packages

401K + Generous Employer Match

Licensing Expenses Reimbursed

Long Term Disability + Buy-Up Options

Group Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Malpractice Insurance

Electronic Health Record: EPIC

Job summary

North Bend Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team in Coos Bay, OR. The PTA will implement treatment plans, educate patients on exercises, and collaborate with clinicians to optimize outcomes.

Strong communication and a team-first attitude are essential. We offer a collaborative work environment with generous benefits and opportunities for professional growth, including CME support and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher from an accredited PTA program (New grads welcome).
• Experience or ability to work within a physical therapy team and follow treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a patient treatment schedule aligned with department needs.
• Provide treatment per the treatment plan including therapeutic exercises, manual therapies and modalities.
• Document daily treatment notes in a timely and complete manner.
• Record treatment charges accurately.
• Educate patients on at-home exercises and use of assistive devices.
• Assist in training and orientation of new staff and collaborate with the supervisor and team.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associates Degree or higher in PTA from accredited program

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Position:Physical Therapy Assistant - Coos Bay, OR

Location: Coos Bay, OR

Job Id:571

# of Openings:1

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

The Details…

Join the Physical Therapy Team at North Bend Medical Center! We’re seeking a driven Physical Therapy Assistant who takes pride in providing the best patient outcomes. We offer a collaborative work environment and great benefits!

• Generous PTO & CME Packages
• Patients Per Day: 10-12
• 401K + Generous Employer Match
• Licensing Expenses Reimbursed
• Long Term Disability + Buy-Up Options
• Group Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Malpractice
• Electronic Health Record: EPIC
• Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with department needs.
• Provide treatment according to treatment plan, which may include education, therapeutic exercises, activities, manual therapies and modality treatment.
• Communicate with supervisor and/or other team members regarding patient progress, problems or plans.
• Document daily treatment notes timely and completely.
• Record treatment charges in accurate and timely manner.
• Teach patients to use assistive and adaptive devices and instruct on at-home exercises.
• Assist in training and orientation of new staff.
• Demonstrate effective communication methods either in written, verbal, non-verbal or electronic. Have a positive influence on others.
• Listen to and acknowledge patient and co-worker’s concerns. Communicate effectively with patients and co-workers exchanging information and opinions constructively. Treat all patients with respect. Must not breach confidentiality.
• Exercises good communication skills with regard to timing, circumstances, place and individual needs.
• Makes effective decisions that reflect clear and logical thinking. Demonstrates flexibility in examining new approaches in response to changing organizational objectives.
• Identifies and works proactively to solve issues.
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to go the extra mile in meeting patient needs.
• Represents the clinic in a professional manner.
• Keeps composure under stress. Stays calm, approachable and compassionate.
• Prioritizes work activities based on clinic demands and completes assignments within designated timeframes with little or no supervision.
• Is punctual for shift. Observes policies regarding breaks/meals, time off and sick time.
• Demonstrates behavior that protects the safety of yourself and others as well as the physical plant and equipment.
• Demonstrates environmental awareness by maintaining work areas in clean and unobstructed order. Follows company policy when accidents occur.
• Associates Degree or Higher from Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program – New Grads Welcome!

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