Physical Therapy Assistant - Satellite Physical Therapy (Full Time) 7090

mhnetwork; Barboursville (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant for our Satellite Physical Therapy office in Barboursville, WV. You will work under supervision to assist the Physical Therapist with patient care and daily operations of the rehab department.

The ideal candidate has a PTA degree approved by the APTA, WV license or temporary license, and required BLS certification. Experience is preferred but not required, and you will collaborate with physicians, rehab staff, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of PTA program approved by the APTA Accreditation Board.
• Current West Virginia license or Temporary license.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist with patient-related activities per plan of care.
• Collaborate with rehab staff and other hospital personnel to provide interdisciplinary care.
• Participate in operational tasks including infection control and safety programs.

Skills

Thorough knowledge of physical therapy

Ability to work with physicians and RE

Current BLS

Education

APTA-approved PTA program

WV license or temporary license

APTA membership preferred

Job description

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a full time Physical Therapy Assistant at our Satellite Physical Therapy office. Under the supervision of the Director of Rehabilitation Services, Rehabilitation ServicesSupervisor, Staff Physical Therapist or designee performs designated skilled and routine tasks related to the operation of Physical Therapy services. The Physical Therapy Assistant assists the Physical Therapist with patient related activities as directed and per the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapy Assistant actively works in collaboration with others to provide quality interdisciplinary care. The Physical Therapy Assistant actively participates in operational aspects of the department: assisting with performance improvementactivities within the department, participates in CQI activities, assists with monitoring budget guidelines, ensures that patient charges are accurate and completed in a timely basis, and participates in infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.

EDUCATION:

Graduate of a School of Physical Therapy Assistants or equivalent which is approved by the American Physical Therapy Association Accreditation Board. Successful completion of State Board Examination of West Virginia. Current state of West Virginia license or Temporary license. Once licensed, must maintain current licensure requirements. Current membership in the APTA preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Experience preferred but not required.

SKILLS:

A thorough knowledge of the field of Physical Therapy and the ability to work in co-operation with physicians, rehab staff members, other hospital personnel, and with patients and families. Current BLS required.