Physical Therapy Assistant, Part Time Day (32 hours)

Kaiser Permanente; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to provide quality therapy services to patients of all ages. In this role, you will implement treatment plans, educate patients, and ensure a safe and organized environment. The position requires a strong foundation in physical therapy procedures and a commitment to professional growth. Join a team that values dependability, teamwork, and continuous learning, and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program with knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Basic skills in PT procedures and treatment with documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivers physical therapy treatments to patients of all ages.
• Teaches patient care classes and maintains professional competency.

Skills

Basic skills in PT procedures and treatment

Documentation skills

CPR certified

Use of modalities (US, electrical stimulation, traction)

Time management skills

Education

Graduate of accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic tools for documentation

Job description

Job Summary:

To administer quality physical therapy services following treatment plans established by physical therapists to restore function, prevent disability and return patients to maximal potential.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Delivers physical therapy treatments to patients ranging in age from geriatric to pediatric: provides and progresses treatment as per treatment plans, physician order, professional standards and departmental protocols.
2. Teaches patient care classes and groups for specific disorders per physician order and departmental policies.
3. May participate in patient care clinics per specialized training or continuing education (i.e. Amputee Clinic).
4. Communicates outcomes to evaluating therapist, physicians and other health professionals.
5. Complete all chart documentation as outlined by Kaiser Permanente and State License requirements.
6. Demonstrate and practice efficient workflow using time management skills which allow for patient treatments, proficient use of computers and electronic tools (using short keys, smart sets and dot phrases).
7. Performs duties in a professional manner demonstrating dependability, flexibility and teamwork.
8. Maintains professional competency through continuing education, in-services, peer review and self-evaluation per departmental standards.
9. Continuing education dependent on and specific to patient population treated.
10. Participates in maintaining a clean, safe and organized environment.
11. Performs other duties as requested.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

1. N/A

Education

1. Graduate of accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program, basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology appropriate to PTA.
2. Successful completion of clinical internships.
3. High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

1. Physical Therapist Assistant License (Oregon)
2. Basic Life Support within 2 months of hire

Additional Requirements:

1. Basic skills in PT procedures and treatment, use of modalities (US, electrical stimulation, traction, etc), documentation skills, CPR certified.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Minimum one (1) year of clinic experience in comparable setting.
2. Knowledge base applicable to patient load at KSMC.
3. Skills in group dynamics, leading classes.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Cancer Physical Therapy Assistant, Part Time Day (32 hours)

LOCATION: Portland, Oregon

REQNUMBER: 1342061

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.