Physical Therapist Assistant Inpatient

Physical Therapist Assistant Inpatient
Location: Medical Center - 600 Medical Center Drive, Newton, KS, 67114
Category: IP THERAPY

Are you driven by a desire to help make patients' healthcare experiences as comfortable, efficient, and rewarding as possible? Are you seeking a job that is meaningful, where co-workers ensure that our patients' needs are met? NMC Health is proud to be an award-winning healthcare organization in the Wichita Metro Area.


The Physical Therapist Assistant Inpatient supports the delivery of therapy services by performing patient treatments and assisting with department operations under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and/or the Inpatient Therapy Supervisor. This position includes working with inpatients, skilled swing bed, and the Inpatient Rehab Unit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administers physical therapy treatments as defined by the Kansas Physical Therapy Practice Act, under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Prepares patients and therapy equipment for treatment sessions.
• Participates in the daily operations of therapy services, including patient care and general support.
• Assists with student supervision, including the instruction, direction, and evaluation of PTA students in the facility.
• Completes documentation and treatment records accurately and appropriately.
• Assists with housekeeping and organization of the therapy department, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support departmental operations.

Supervision & Collaboration:

• Works under the general supervision of a Staff Physical Therapist.
• Reports to the Inpatient Therapy Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS


Education and Experience:

• Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association, the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation, or the Council of Medical Education of the AMA and APTA.
• Preferably a minimum of one (1) year of experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must know principles and practices of Physical Therapy and be familiar with the APTA Code of Ethics.
• Must be able to apply the theory of physical therapy and operate necessary equipment.
• Must demonstrate strong communication, technical, and organizational skills.

Licensure, Registration and Certification:

• Must have or be eligible for State Licensure. Licensure must be obtained as per state law.
• Must have or immediately obtain BLS certification.
• Must maintain BLS certification throughout employment.

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