Physical Therapist Assistant

Providence St. Joseph Medical Center In-patient/Acute Rehab

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Acute Rehabilitation team! Therapeutic Associates, Inc. specializes in orthopedics and manual therapy and pride ourselves on our one-on-one patient care and strong relationships with referral sources. Ideal candidates will have an interest in working with an orthopedic and Pelvic Health patient population or the desire to gain experience in this specialty.

Therapeutic Associates, Inc. has maintained a contract with St. Joseph's Medical Center since 1954, within inpatient and outpatient settings. We serve patients ranging from newborns to older adulthood. Our patients span from NICU, orthopedic, neurological, oncology, bariatric, and ICU early mobility. We are an advanced primary stroke center!

Acute rehabilitation is primarily neurological, with some post ICU patients and complex orthopedics. Our outpatient setting focuses on hand therapy, oncology, head and neck lymphedema, orthopedic, sports medicine, women's health/continence restoration, balance, Parkinson's disease, torticollis, and more!

Our facility is separated into five areas, including inpatient, outpatient, acute rehab, balance clinic, and oncology rehab each offering their own unique perks! Our inpatient hospital offers treatment bedside or in two different PT gyms. The acute rehab area has a separate floor with a PT/OT gym. The balance clinic features a Balance Master with a variety of force plates, and sees Parkinson's patients utilizing the LSVT "Big and Loud" methodology. The oncology rehab area is a separate clinic with lymphedema rooms, a gym, and a beautiful restorative garden. Finally, the outpatient office has multiple treatment rooms, a designated work hardening and hands area, and a gym used in the treatment of patients.

Our team is looking for a PTA eager to learn and grow in the areas of practice we provide. Our ideal candidate would be a flexible, curious, go-getter who is looking for a home away from home with a group of professionals that are active outside of work and enjoy spending time together.

New grads are welcome and encouraged to apply!

The Physical Therapist Assistant will work under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist to provide components of patient care including therapeutic exercise, functional training, education, soft tissue work, or modalities, as appropriate.

• Demonstrates competency in providing quality physical therapy services including implementation of the treatment plan established by the patient's physical therapist.
• Supports and maintains PT's care plan, work an established schedule with flexibility according to daily clinic needs, and complete accurate (electronic) documentation.
• Accurately assesses patient physical and functional status, as well as cognitive, psychological, and perceptual function.
• Effectively communicates the patient's treatment progression, changes of treatment, and recommended medical follow up when necessary to PT and other team members, as appropriate.
• Educates and counsels patients regarding issues related to treatment and goal(s), safety risks, and/or other issues within scope of practice.
• Teaches patients home exercise programs and compensatory techniques or skills consistent with PT's care plan for managing ongoing physical or functional deficits.
• PTA will be expected to meet the demands of the clinic's schedule, work effectively with support staff as appropriate, and perform other duties as required.
• Ideal candidates will embrace their role as a team member, supporting other staff as needed and fostering the advancement of Therapeutic Associates as a learning organization.
• Must demonstrate eagerness to advance clinical skills and develop personal leadership excellence.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Physical Therapist Assistant Degree from an institution accredited by Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
• Current State Physical Therapist Assistant License (or license applicant status)
• Current CPR certification
• Inpatient / SNF experience preferred

Why Join Our Team:

• Professional and Clinical Development Ongoing mentorship and continuing education opportunities.
• Collaboration and Care Team Model Opportunity to work within a care team that provides support and collaboration both within individual clinics and across the organization. We strive for focused attention on each patient's journey toward positive health and wellness.
• Innovation We are committed to exploring new technology, treatment methodologies and process improvements that support our care teams and enhance the patient experience.

Being a part of the Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy family is an opportunity to make a positive impact in our communities while continuing to learn and grow within a challenging and gratifying profession. If you would like to learn more about becoming part of the Therapeutic Associates team, please review our website and submit your resume today!

Therapeutic Associates follows all state and federal mandates requiring vaccination against COVID 19. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to submit proof of vaccination including a booster.

Therapeutic Associates Inc. (TAI) is a company that strives to ensure that all people belong in our spaces and have opportunities for growth because we believe that diversity in our team makes us outstanding. Therefore, TAI hires, promotes, and terminates with equitable practices where discrimination and harassment are unacceptable based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This includes but is not limited to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, citizenship, weight, marital status.