PTA/Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

PTA/Physical Therapy Assistant PRN Harrison County Hospital is seeking to hire a Physical Therapy Assistant per diem. Position available: PRN, Monday-Saturday, as needed The role of the Physical Therapy Assistant is to assess, plan, and implement patient/family/caregiver physical therapy needs and treatments for patients aged neonate/infant (birth to 1 year), pediatric (1-12 years), adolescent (12-18), adult (18-65 years), and geriatric (over 65 years); and maintain documentation on services provided to patient/family/caregiver. Addresses educational needs for patients, families, and other health care providers; manages patient care assignments as well as other organizational tasks related to patient and departmental operations; acts in a clinical leadership role; applies knowledge of growth and development in patient interactions. Qualifications for a Physical Therapy Assistant are an Associate Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy Assistants, passing of the National Physical Therapy Examination for Physical Therapy Assistants, and a license to practice in the state of Indiana. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Associate of Science degree in Physical Therapy from accredited program Standard therapy modalities as listed in specific disciplines procedures New graduates and experienced Therapy Assistants accepted SKILLS Computer operational skills Time management skills Self motivated and directed Multi-task capability Communication skills Limited analytical and problem solving skills Tact and diplomacy in dealing with others AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and behaviors appropriate to the population(s) served, and based on specific criteria and/or age specific considerations, as follows: Exhibits communication skills necessary to interpret response to situations/treatments encountered in Rehab Medicine Must be able to communicate effectively with all age groups in Rehab Medicine Demonstrates ability to work effectively with all patients and staff members in Rehab Medicine