Physical Therapy Assistant, PTA, PRN

Mercyhealth; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will implement treatment plans that address the functional needs of patients across various age groups. You will be part of a collaborative environment that values teamwork and patient care. The organization is committed to employee growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a supportive atmosphere, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

Career Advancement Programs

Employee Wellbeing Resources

Flexible Spending Plans

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Licensed as a physical therapist assistant in WI, IL or both if required.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans based on patient diagnoses.
• Maintain records of services provided with appropriate coding.
• Communicate with other disciplines to enhance outcomes.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Documentation

Team Collaboration

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Tools

Electronic Documentation Systems

Job description

Overview

• PRN/Casual/As Needed
• Janesville, WI Campus
• Inpatient Therapy

Experience a rewarding and fulfilling career with Mercyhealth. Mercyhealth is committed to offering our partners a best place to work. Our unique workplace Culture of Excellence is built upon:

• Employee engagement, empowerment and growth
• Teamwork toward our common goal – providing exceptional health care services with a passion for making lives better
• An atmosphere of caring and quality that cascades throughout the organization

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for the implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Integrates subjective and objective data to follow an established treatment plan.
• Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
• Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
• Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation.
• Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques.
• Participates actively in the PI and CQI process.
• Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners.
• Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department.
• Takes an active role in the performance improvement process.
• Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between physical therapists, assistants and the physician group.
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistants.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Licensed as a physical therapist assistant in WI, IL or both if required. CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring). Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check. Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Occupational Exposure: Category A - All partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure.

AGE OF PATIENTS SERVED

Neonate (birth – 28 days), Infant (29 days – less than 1 year), Pediatric (1 year – 12 years), Adolescents (13 years – 17 years), Adult (18 years – 64 years), Geriatric (65 years and older).

INFORMATION ACCESS

Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties.

WORK CONTACT GROUP

Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors, vendors.

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Stand – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time.
• Walk – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time.
• Sit – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time.
• Handling/Fingering/Feeling – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time.
• Reaching – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time.
• Climb/Balance – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time.
• Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time.
• Talk/Hear – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time.
• Taste/Smell – Not a present activity.
• Strength – Heavy work exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25-50 pounds of force frequently.
• Close Vision – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time.
• Distance Vision – Not a present activity.
• Color Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time.
• Peripheral Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time.
• Depth Perception – Not a present activity.
• Ability to Adjust Focus – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.

Benefits

Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.
• Competitive Compensation: Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.
• Paid Time Off: Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance.
• Career Advancement: Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.
• Employee Wellbeing: Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.
• Additional Benefits: Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.