PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT- INPATIENT REHAB- FT - DAY SHIFT WITH SOME WEEKENDS

Universal Health Services; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Competitive Compensation & Generous 0P

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision & 40

Discounts with local providers

Job summary

St. Mary's Regional Medical Center in Enid, OK seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to implement therapy services under the supervision of a PT and help patients regain function after injury or illness.

You will assist patients toward their maximum performance, participate in interdisciplinary planning, and maintain proper documentation of care for compliant treatment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from APTA-accredited school.
• Eligible for or holds Oklahoma PTA licensure.
• BLS certification required.
• First Aid certification preferred.
• Experience in inpatient rehab or acute care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements physical therapy services/treatments for patients under supervision of PT.
• Assist patients to reach maximum performance and functioning levels.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of care.
• Work within an interdisciplinary team to plan patient care.

Skills

BLS certification

First Aid

Education

Associate degree from APTA accredited school

Job description

Responsibilities

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

St. Mary's is a 229-bed, acute care hospital located in Enid, OK. St. Mary's Regional Medical Center has served the healthcare needs of northwest Oklahoma for more than 100 years. We host more than 125 highly skilled physicians offering specialties in Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine, Rehabilitation, Laboratory, Women's Imaging, Wound Care, and more.

Website: https://www.stmarysregional.com

Summary of Job:

Implements Physical Therapy services/treatments for patients under the supervision of PT in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability. He/she assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Maintains appropriate documentation.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates strong working knowledge and skill experience with a variety of diagnostic groups including, but not limited to, the following: orthopedic and arthritis related conditions; neurological groups including CVA, TBI, degenerative neurological diseases, SCI; generalized weakness as a result of medical or surgical conditions including DM, ESRD, amputation, COPD, CHF, and CABG under direct supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Demonstrates knowledge of IRF-PAI (Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility-Patient Assessment Instrument) and the Care Tool and their application in payment system for CMS.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of normal growth and development, related behaviors, needs, comfort, and range of treatment appropriate to the age (adult, geriatric) and diagnosis of patient services to support the provision of an individualized interdisciplinary plan of care.
• Implements patient care, with consideration of the interdisciplinary team process and patient plan of care, in a knowledgeable and skillful manner, maintaining a high quality of work performance in all areas.
• Demonstrates the ability to provide the proper assistance, verbal cueing, et al necessary for optimal performance and patient outcome.

Benefits:

• Tuition Assistance
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plans & 401k with company match
• Discounts with local St. Mary's providers

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Associate degree from APTA accredited school required.
• Eligible for or holds current Physical Therapist Assistant licensure to practice in the State of Oklahoma required.
• BLS required.
• First Aid certification preferred.
• Previous PTA experience in inpatient rehab or acute experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

www.uhs.com

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the Facility to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person will be discriminated against in employment on the basis any legally protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 and over or as otherwise defined by applicable law), disability or genetic information (including family medical history) or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State, or local law. For purposes of this policy, race includes traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair type, texture, length and protective hairstyles (including but not limited to, braids, locks, twists, Bantu knots, hair coverings, etc.). If certain workspaces require such restrictions for health and safety reasons, non-discriminatory accommodations should be considered and implemented if feasible.