PRN PTA

WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional medical facility is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to implement care plans, instruct patients, and collaborate with nursing staff. The role requires current PTA licensure and BLS certification, emphasizing patient handling skills and collaboration in providing care. This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive medical environment in Parkersburg, West Virginia.

Qualifications

• Current or temporary Physical Therapy Assistant licensure in the applicable state.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Apply research and techniques to treat conditions affecting movement.
• Collaborate with nursing to update patient care algorithms.
• Instruct patients and caregivers in treatment programs.
• Document all treatments, according to department policies and procedures, as monitored by supervision of the patient’s primary physical therapist.
• Submit accurate charges of services rendered for patients, according to departmental policies and procedures utilizing the billing system via the patient’s EMR.
• Carry out oversight responsibilities to ensure supervision of students and volunteers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Patient handling skills

Documentation

Education

Current or temporary PTA licensure

BLS certification

Job description

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Minimum Qualifications

• Current or temporary Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) licensure in the applicable state where services will be performed.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire date.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply research and proven techniques to prevent or treat conditions that limit the body’s ability to move and function in daily life by implementing the plan of care established by a physical therapist.
• Determine or revise priorities for direct or indirect patient care activities based on patient need and available resources; collaborate with nursing to update appropriate algorithms for safe patient handling.
• Instruct patient and caregiver in treatment programs, precautions and equipment use as necessary and document patient/caregiver demonstration of instructions provided.
• Document all treatments, according to department policies and procedures, as monitored by supervision of the patient’s primary physical therapist.
• Submit accurate charges of services rendered for patients, according to departmental policies and procedures utilizing the billing system via the patient’s EMR.
• Carry out oversight responsibilities to ensure supervision of students and volunteers.

Physical Requirements

• Minimize manual patient lifting; use lift equipment or other patient handling aids to keep transfers, lifts and re-positioning under 35 pounds. All transfers, lifts and re-positioning will be completed utilizing the lift equipment and/or other patient handling aids as indicated by the patient’s profile and appropriate algorithms.
• Heavy/Hard work: Strength and stamina required for lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking and carrying materials and equipment weighing 40+ lbs.
• Vision: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Environment

• Exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids and cleaning and laundry chemicals.

Skills and Abilities

• Organize and prioritize time and tasks to achieve a well-coordinated work effort and effectively meet work schedules.

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Shift: United States of America

Company

OVHC Ohio Valley Health Corporation
Cost Center: 500 OVHC Administration
Address: 222 Nicolette Road, Parkersburg, West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.