Physical Therapy Assistant - Council Bluffs

OrthoNebraska; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoNebraska is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to work under the supervision of a licensed PT, implementing treatment plans and helping patients achieve rehabilitation goals in a collaborative, safety-focused environment. This full-time role is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities include documenting treatment, maintaining records for compliance, and participating in department meetings and mandatory education.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment programs designed by a physical therapist to ensure quality patient care
• Maintains complete and accurate records pertinent to patient treatment to assure proper documentation and to be in regulatory compliance
• Maintains professional skills/competencies to effectively and progressively meet the demands of the position
• Provide clinical instruction to students when assigned
• Participate in performance improvement activities
• Attend and participate in department meetings
• Attend mandatory educational programs
• Follow established guidelines as stated in hospital and departmental policies and procedures
• Responsible for all other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Instruction & collaboration

Team orientation

Multitasking & prioritization

Job description

OrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving people a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high-quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work. IF this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of apply today!Position SummaryThe Physical Therapist Assistant the PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed PT to implement treatment plans, assist patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals, and ensure a high standard of care in a collaborative environment.Hours/Schedule: 40 / Mon - FriKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to problem solve through a well-defined approach.Ability to instruct and collaborate with others.Strong team orientation.Ability to accomplish multiple tasks and prioritize activities.Essential Job FunctionsImplements treatment programs designed by a physical therapist to ensure quality patient careMaintains complete and accurate records pertinent to patient treatment to assure proper documentation and to be in regulatory complianceMaintains professional skills/competencies to effectively and progressively meet the demands of the positionProvide clinical instruction to students when assigned Incumbent is expected to comply with safety policies and procedures, regulatory requirements such as OSHA and JCAHO and to participate in corporate-wide and department safety activitiesComply with safety activities, policies and procedures and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission.Participate in performance improvement activities.Attend and participate in department meetings.Attend mandatory educational programs.Follow established guidelines as stated in hospital and departmental policies and procedures Responsible for all other duties as assigned.Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.