Physical Therapy Assistant PRN - St. Charles Hospital

Mercy Health; Oregon (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for St. Charles Hospital to provide skilled therapeutic interventions and document patient progress. You will operate within the continuum of care for inpatients, outpatients, pediatrics, and off-site locations under the guidance of a PT.

The role requires a licensed PTA and BLS certification, with opportunities to precept students and contribute to quality care across departments. Mercy Health emphasizes compassion and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of practice.
• BLS certification required within 30 days for certain facilities or upon hire as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate therapeutic interventions under PT supervision.
• Maintain accurate records of treatment and patient progress.
• Maintain productivity without compromising quality of care.
• Precept students during clinical experiences or internships.
• Follow department policies on safety, infection control, and timekeeping.

Skills

Age-appropriate care

Data entry

Progression evaluation

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Licensed PTA in current practice

BLS Basic Life Support certification

Job description

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Physical Therapy Assistant – St. Charles Hospital

Job Summary

The Physical Therapy Assistant provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients using their educational skills and knowledge. Documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the patient electronic health record. Implements established treatment programs and provides patient and family education. This may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off-site locations. Services the patients as a part of the entire continuum of professional care.

Essential Functions

• Provides age-appropriate therapeutic interventions as directed by the Physical Therapist and monitors response to treatment.
• Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient's progress.
• Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality.
• Precepts in the direction and evaluation of Assistant clinical experience / internship of students from participating colleges, universities, or schools.
• Maintains departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time off requests and timecard recording.
• Observes and reports patients’ responses to treatment and progress and reports orally and/or in writing to the Physical Therapist.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

None

Required Licensing & Certifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of current practice (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)

Experience

None

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.
• Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.

Training

None

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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