Physical Therapy Assistant; PRN or Part -time

Bothwell Regional Health Center; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will implement treatment plans created by licensed physical therapists, ensuring high-quality patient care and documentation. You will have the opportunity to engage in continuing education and contribute to a collaborative environment that values teamwork and professional growth. This position requires a current Missouri licensure and offers a dynamic work setting that adapts to various patient care needs. If you are passionate about helping others and thrive in a supportive team atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must hold current Missouri licensure and BLS certification.
• Preferably have 1 year of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatment programs developed by a registered physical therapist.
• Document treatment and participate in team meetings.
• Provide patient education for safe discharge.

Skills

Effective Communication

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Graduate from an accredited physical therapy assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Word

EMR Collection Software

Analytical Software

Job description

JOB TITLE: Physical Therapist Assistant

JOB CODE: 7260

HOURS: Varied

JOB SUMMARY:

The staff physical therapy assistant is responsible for performing treatment programs developed by the physical therapist(s); documenting treatment; attending team meetings; participating in continuing education and basic office duties.

All staff physical therapy assistants are required to keep a Missouri licensure, in addition to participating in continuing education and training of others.

The staff physical therapy assistant reports directly to the Rehab Supervisor and the Director of Rehab.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

1. Must be a graduate from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.

Licensure/Certification:

1. Current Missouri licensure.
2. BLS required.

Work Experience:

1. Prefer 1-year experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES:

1. Carries out and performs treatment programs developed by a registered physical therapist.
2. Meets with registered physical therapist as required by unit for revision of treatment plans/goals and discharge preparation.
3. Provides patient and family education to ensure safe discharge to the next level of care is accomplished.
4. Completes accurate and timely documentation based on the requirement of the assigned unit/area, payer source, and regulatory agencies.
5. Communicates effectively and professionally with other team members, patient/resident/client family members, physicians, social workers/case management, and co-workers during daily interactions, electronic communications, and team meetings.
6. Participates in continuing education opportunities and provides training/learning opportunities to others. Involved with clinical students.
7. Weekend rotation and holiday coverage is expected.
8. Performs clerical duties in an organized manner, maintains clean workspace and environment, and assures adequate supplies are available.
9. Maintains required productivity requirements as set by department. Writes reports and maintains records related to caseload and productivity.
10. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED STAFF COMPETENCIES:

1. Demonstrates support for organizational and departmental mission and provides examples of how they were supported by actions during the year.
2. Supports and demonstrates knowledge of the Strategic Plan and the Hospital Key Initiatives.
3. Fosters and promotes teamwork within department and the organization as a whole. Works to resolve conflicts constructively and in a timely manner.
4. Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and professionalism.
5. Demonstrates adaptability/flexibility in daily schedule to accommodate case load and ensure patient care is complete for the day.
6. Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively and simply with every customer and co-worker. Demonstrates active listening skills.
7. Ability to display a positive, courteous, and friendly attitude toward all contacts.
8. Ability to build good relationships with others based upon a sustained effort of mutual support toward common goals.
9. Ability to exercise good judgment, reasoning, and concentration to detail and to take personal accountability for all actions in carrying out job duties.
10. Uses critical thinking skills to identify strengths and weaknesses, provide alternative solutions, draw conclusions, and approaches to problems encountered.
11. Is customer-focused and committed to Quality and Process Improvement with a strong desire to provide service excellence.
12. Demonstrates technology skills including but not limited to: analytical or scientific software, desktop communications software, e-mail, Microsoft word/spreadsheet software, and EMR collection software.
13. Possesses and displays a strong knowledge and understanding of the standards of practice for their position including population-specific and general competencies; medical terminology, lab values, influence of medication and exercises on the medically acute complex patient.
14. Possesses organizational skills, time and project management skills. Ability to organize daily schedules, adapt as needed, and assist others with patient caseload. Expected to take low census time when needed. Seeks out extra job duties when time allows.
15. Possesses a vigorous and enthusiastic desire to learn and to grow both personally and professionally, and to improve one's skills in order to deliver the best possible care for our customers. Follows APTA code of ethics and seeks out information from other relevant/evidence-based sources.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works indoors in a well-lighted and ventilated environment. Subject to changing locations, including patient rooms, SWB, gym, department, offices, meeting rooms, homes, and community outings. Has direct patient and employee contact with possible exposure to communicable diseases and blood-borne pathogens.

Participates and assists in hands-on transfers during patient care. Understands, participates, and helps in education of all staff related to transfer training, patient safe handling equipment, and transfer training class.

Working conditions frequently change from office work to lifting and carrying. Work includes participation in direct patient care, including instructing, teaching, sitting, crawling, twisting, performing repetitive tasks, operating modality equipment, operating a keyboard, and basic office duties. Subject to mental stress and frequent interruptions. Exposed to a variety of chemical, electromechanical, and physical agents. Exposure to weather: hot, cold, humid, or windy conditions.