Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN)

Avem Health Partners; Anadarko (OK); On-site; USD 16,829 - 19,730; Full time

Job summary

A health services provider in Oklahoma is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to administer treatments under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role involves developing individualized care plans and ensuring patient safety during therapy sessions. Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s degree and a current license as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Oklahoma. The position emphasizes customer service and effective communication within a healthcare team, offering competitive pay and a full-time commitment.

Qualifications

• Current Oklahoma license as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
• Two years’ experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy treatments under supervision.
• Develops and reviews individualized plans of care.
• Documents patient education activities and treatment responses.
• Ensures safety and infection control practices are followed.

Skills

Patient care and assessments

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited therapy program

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN) – Avem Health Partners

Job Purpose

Under supervision of a Physical Therapist, administers physical therapy treatments to patients with disabilities, injuries and diseases to facilitate maximal mobility/recovery.

Essential Functions

• Administers a variety of patient care and special procedures utilizing unique skills/training to this department.
• Review the supervising therapist's evaluation of referred patients, medical records, interviews and other assessments; develop and review individualized plan of care based on findings with supervising therapist.
• Implement plan of care; demonstrate competency in methods and modalities employed in assisting patient in reaching treatment goals; demonstrate patient and/or family education activities as a component of treatment.
• Perform accurate and timely reporting of patient responses to evaluation and treatment; complete all daily notations and charges, progress notes, and discharge summaries within department parameters; document patient education activities in accordance with department requirements; complete relevant portions of interdisciplinary patient care documents in accordance with department requirements.
• Identify patient’s strengths and successes as well as barriers to be overcome; coordinate treatment program with applicable members of the department and other services to enhance and maximize the patient’s outcomes; modify treatment plan as appropriate and document revisions.
• Maintain client and organizational confidentiality at all times.
• Participate in the Quality Management (Quality Improvement) program and complete all required in-service programs to ensure standards are met and skills are kept current.
• Deliver a high level of customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Demonstrate leadership competencies through communication and relationship building, developing self and others, and teamwork.
• Communicate with all members of the healthcare team.
• Ensure all safety and infection control practices are followed.
• Think quickly and competently in stressful situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice.

Behaviorial Standards

• Support the mission, vision, and goals of Avem Health Partners and serve as a role model within the company.
• Exhibit positive customer service behavior in everyday work interactions.
• Demonstrate a courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers.
• Communicate accurately and appropriately.
• Handle difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner.
• Hold self accountable for professional practice.
• Interact and cope effectively with diverse populations in stressful situations resulting from trauma and illness.
• Participate in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve patient care.

Education / Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited therapy program.

Certification / Licensure

• Current Oklahoma license as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
• Current BLS (or obtained within 30 days of hire).

Experience

• Two (2) years’ experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift patients to and from bed or other surface as needed.
• Must be able to exert more than 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently.
• Must be able to exert more than 20 pounds of force constantly to move patients and/or objects.
• Must have the physical strength and agility to position patients for a variety of examinations and procedures.

Location: Chickasha, OK

Pay range: $1,508.00 - $1,768.00

Job posted: 2 days ago

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Business Consulting and Services