Physical Therapist Assistant - Inpatient - Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Location Address 2400 Unser Blvd Rio Rancho, NM 87124 Compensation Pay Range Minimum Offer $23.11 Maximum Offer $35.29 Summary Presbyterian is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant. As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) you will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and apply a variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of physical and developmental disorders. Type of Opportunity Full time FTE: 1.00 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Days (United States of America) Responsibilities Treats patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of physical function and developmental disorders. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of patients served Oversees and insures a comprehensive rehabilitation program designed to meet the physical, psychosocial, and immediate environmental well‑being of the patient Promotes patient/caregiver self‑determination by optimizing outside resource utilization to achieve the highest level of independence. Coordinates and communicates with various disciplines or services involved in patient care. Coordinates efforts toward discharge goals established at initial evaluation and during episode of care. Is a patient advocate. Other duties as assigned. Settings may include inpatient, outpatient, long term care, community based care Qualifications Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Physical Therapist Assistant NM License Requires detailed knowledge of physical therapy in terms of what and how work is to be done as well as why it is done, this level includes interpretation of data. Basic computer skills required. Basic understanding of the rules and regulations of the specific setting BLS Required at time of Hire Compensation Disclaimer The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke free campuses. #J-18808-Ljbffr