Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in New Orleans is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant. The role involves performing treatments prescribed by a physician under licensed supervision and documenting patient progress. Required qualifications include an Associate's degree in physical therapy and a current state license. Candidates must also show proficiency in software applications and possess strong communication skills. Join us to make a meaningful difference in patient care!

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist evaluates patients before treatments.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is mandatory.
• No prior work experience is needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician.
• Maintain patient records according to standards.
• Communicate any changes in patient’s status.

Skills

Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to travel throughout and between facilities

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job provides routine treatment as assigned and according to plan of are provided by a licensed Physical Therapist. Provides direct patient care after the patient has been evaluated by a licensed Physical Therapist and documents patient progress in daily progress notes and/or summaries to physicians.

Education

Required -Associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.

Work Experience

Required -None.

Certifications

Required - Current physical therapy assistant license in state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity from another state.

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Job Duties

• Performs physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Communicates and documents any changes in patient’s status and informs therapist of patient’s reassessment.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies and procedures.
• Participates in staff and committee projects.
• Achieves established productivity levels set forth by administration.
• Educates and trains others within discipline.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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