Physical Therapy Assistant - FT Days

Physical Therapy Assistant

Performs physical therapy treatment and exercise instruction under the direction of a Physical Therapist.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
• Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.
• Perform acts that are within the scope of practice as defined by the applicable certification board.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients as described in unit/department-based competencies, policies, and procedures.
• Accurately evaluate patient needs and implement/review/maintain a comprehensive care plan.
• Evaluate and provide care as directed to achieve desired patient outcomes for patients newborn thru geriatric.
• Educate the patient on physical aspects of care.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation as per Health System/affiliate policy.

General Responsibilities:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities:

Does this position have supervisory or management responsibilities?: No

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education commensurate with license requirements at date of issue.

• Current licensure in Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) through the Kansas Board of Healing Arts.
• Current BLS/CPR card from approved provider within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first.
• Kansas Driver's License (if position requires driving)
• Auto Insurance equal to or greater than the Kansas Insurance requirements (if position requires driving)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a similar environment.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of Occupational Therapy principles.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work: Occasionally exerting up to 50 lbs - constantly exerting up to 10 lbs. 26-50% of the day may be standing or walking.

We Offer Competitive Pay, A Generous Benefit Package And A Reason To Be Proud Of What You Do, Every Day.

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System