Physical Therapist Assistant - University of Oklahoma Medical Center - PRN

General Summary

Under direct or general supervision of an OU Health Physical Therapy group, carries out individualized treatment plans developed by a licensed Physical Therapist (PT).

Essential Responsibilities

• Provides skilled interventions in alignment with the individualized treatment plan as directed by the supervising PT.
• Ensures compliance with system-wide, local, state, and federal regulatory requirements by applying relevant standards and best practices.
• Educates patients and their families about their condition, treatment plan, and strategies for home management.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
• Attends departmental meetings.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

Associate's degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) required or equivalent degree for foreign graduates.

Experience Requirements

At least 1 year of experience required.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

• Current license issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Working knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan.
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and identify relevant clinical data.
• Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers, considering cultural and language needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient's best interest.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic.
• Demonstrates independence and teamwork while maintaining professionalism and civility.
• Proficient in electronic documentation and digital tools (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office, cloud-based platforms).
• Promotes an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equity.
• Shows dedication to continuous learning through internal and external educational opportunities.

Benefits

OU Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more.