Physical Therapy Assistant Inpatient Rehab

About the role

Northwest Transitions, a department of Oro Valley Hospital, offers inpatient rehabilitative care in a supportive, caring environment. We emphasize ability over disability and help patients regain confidence for recovery. Located on the Northwest Medical Center campus at the corner of Orange Grove Road and La Cholla Road.

Responsibilities

• Affords opportunities for safe, effective, and evidence-based therapy services to support patient recovery and independence.
• Assists the Physical Therapist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment plans and collaborates on adjustments to achieve clinical outcomes.
• Implements therapeutic interventions focusing on posture, balance, locomotion, strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination, pain management, and daily functional abilities.
• Administers treatment methods and modalities under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist, ensuring they align with current physical therapy practices.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to infection control and safety protocols.
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care, including participation in discharge planning and recommendations for ongoing therapy or supportive services.
• Completes clear, concise, and accurate documentation of patient care, including treatment plans, interventions, progress notes, and discharge recommendations, adhering to organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Provides patient education on therapeutic exercises, techniques, and self-management strategies that promote recovery and improve function.
• Tailors treatment approaches to the patient's age, developmental level, cultural background, and individual goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required.
• PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant licensed in state of employment required.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required.

Benefits

• My Health – Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs.
• PTO and Sick Time.
• 401(k) with Employer Match.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement.
• Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs, and much more!

Pay

• Up to $10,000 in Student Loan Repayment.