Physical Therapy Assistant: Empower Patient Recovery & Education

Carle Health; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to implement the plan of care under the supervision of a PT. You will educate patients and families and document care in the EMR, contributing to evidence-based practice and patient outcomes.

The role requires completing annual training for compliance programs and participating in quality initiatives, with responsibilities including therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, aquatic therapy, and modalities such as electrical

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in good standing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days.
• Board eligible and able to complete next board exam date; participate in continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients and families using effective teaching methods.
• Follows the plan of care; adjusts treatment based on patient response with physician communication.
• Documents per clinical policies and program requirements.
• Administers electrical stimulation and aquatic therapy; conducts therapeutic exercise and gait/balance training.

Skills

Licensed PTA

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to implement the plan of care under the supervision of a PT. You will educate patients and families and document care in the EMR, contributing to evidence-based practice and patient outcomes.

The role requires completing annual training for compliance programs and participating in quality initiatives, with responsibilities including therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, aquatic therapy, and modalities such as electrical