Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Acute Care

Norman Regional; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Norman Regional is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to perform therapy interventions under an overseeing Physical Therapist. You will participate in patient-centered decision making and document service delivery during daily patient care and staff education.

Responsibilities include supervising support staff, educating patients and families, and contributing to a collaborative PT/PTA team on the ward.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in PTA program is required.
• Oklahoma licensure or eligibility for PTA licensure is required.
• BLS training or re-training is required during orientation.
• Current BLS certification must be maintained for employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs PT treatment programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Collaborates with PT/PTA team for patient-centered decisions.

Education

Associate’s degree from a Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Departmental Overview

Compensation

• $33/hr flat rate

Job Summary

• Performs physical therapy treatment programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, utilizing standard physical therapy techniques as appropriate for the patient's age, functional impairments, abilities, needs, and desires.
• Performs responsibilities as an integral team member of a PT/PTA collaboration focused on patient-centered decision making.
• Documents delivery of physical therapy services.
• Educates patients, family members, significant others, and staff members.
• Directs and supervises activities of support personnel.

Qualifications

Education

• Requires an Associate’s degree from a Physical Therapy Assistant program

Licensure/Certification

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Examiners or a Graduate PTA eligible for Oklahoma Licensure/Temporary License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care.
• Current Basic Lift Support (BLS) is required to be maintained through re-training for the duration of employment or license eligible per the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.

Work Shift

Day

Position Type

PRN