Outpatient PTA - PRN
Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship · Joplin, MO · 1 wk ago
OTHRPart-time
About the role
The Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Physical Therapist in the provision of physical therapy. The incumbent shall perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist.
Responsibilities
- Modify a specific treatment procedure in accordance with changes in patient status within the scope of the Physical Therapist's established treatment plan.
- Document patient progress notes.
- Safety and effectively provide physical therapy procedures as directed by their supervising Physical Therapist.
- Address appropriately the age specific needs for all patients.
- Treat patients and families with respect and dignity.
- Assess and treat patients' pain according to the departments pain management policy.
- Identify and report any patient safety issue when identified.
- Provide technical assistance and direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinates the workload in the department as directed.
Requirements
- Education: Associate degree
- Licensure: Current license to perform as a Physical Therapist Assistant from the Board of Physical Therapy in the applicable State of practice.
- Experience: Physical Therapist Assistant may be entry-level.
Qualifications
- Certifications: American Heart Association Health Care Provider Basic Life
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail
Benefits
- Outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Pay
- Details about pay are not specified in this job posting.
Schedule
- Details about schedule are not specified in this job posting.