Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant | Oklahoma City OK $30-$35 per hour Great Schedule!!! Reports to the Rehabilitation Manager and/or supervising Physical Therapist. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Provides physical therapy treatments as directed by the Physical Therapist. * Documents all treatments and services in the medical record. * Participates in care conferences and rehabilitation meetings. * Communicates resident progress, concerns, and plans with the interdisciplinary team. * Participates in in-service and training programs. * Completes daily treatment and productivity documentation per policy. * Instructs families and staff on maintenance programs as directed. * Assists with cleaning and maintaining the therapy department and equipment. QUALIFICATIONS * Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program. * Current state license (if required). * Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. * Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills. * Must meet health screening requirements, including drug testing and physical exam if required. * Able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS * Frequent standing and walking. * Occasional sitting, reaching, bending, lifting, and fine motor use. * Ability to safely assist with transferring patients (100250 lbs.) as needed. * Ability to see, hear, read, write, and communicate clearly. * Occasional travel may be required. WORK ENVIRONMENT * May be exposed to blood, body fluids, airborne particles, and cleaning chemicals. * Moderate noise level typical of a healthcare setting. TRINITY EMPLOYMENT SPECIALISTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER See the great things people are saying by checking out our Google reviews, along with our Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, X/Twitter. Please visit the Career Center on our website for some helpful resources to help in your job search, to build a resume, for interview tips and many job opportunities! #HP * Document patient information, such as notes on their progress. * Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress and provide results to physical therapist in person or through progress notes. * Instruct patients in proper body mechanics and in ways to improve functional mobility, such as aquatic exercise. * Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment. * Confer with physical therapy staff or others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, or coordinating treatment.