Physical Therapy Aide

Where You’ll Work

CHI St. Anthony Hospital is a 25 bed, licensed for 49, faith-based, acute care, level four trauma, critical access hospital and healthcare campus serving the Pendleton, Oregon area for more than 100 years. We are committed to the highest quality of patient care and safety; and to strengthening our community through wellness education. CHI St. Anthony Hospital is designed specifically to ensure that our physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals can continue to provide extraordinary care for our patients. The 103,000 square foot hospital features 4 operations rooms, 11 emergency rooms, 30 private patient rooms, and the latest medical equipment. St. Anthony Hospital has plenty of room to grow as needed by the community and will continue to provide the safest quality of care possible. St. Anthony Hospital was also named one of the top patient experience hospitals in 2021. CHI St. Anthony is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services-all recognized for quality, safety and service. To learn more go to www.sahpendleton.org

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Physical Therapy Assistant you will be a dedicated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for helping others regain their independence and improve their quality of life.

Everyday you will work under the direct supervision of our licensed Physical Therapist, delivering appropriate rehabilitation treatment and/or maintenance therapy programs as assigned. Your contributions will be vital in helping our residents achieve their rehabilitation goals, always adhering to established legal, state, and federal standards and best practices.

To be successful in this role you will possess the following:

• Implement Personalized Treatment Plans: Execute physical therapy modalities and interventions for individual residents as outlined in their personalized treatment plans, meticulously designed by the Physical Therapist, ensuring all care is in accordance with physical therapy standards.
• Monitor and Document Patient Progress: Observe, accurately record, and effectively report each patient's condition, progress, and reaction to treatment to the supervising Physical Therapist. This detailed documentation is crucial for optimizing care and maintaining physical therapy standards.
• Facilitate Coordinated Care: Collaborate with nursing staff to thoughtfully schedule patient therapy sessions, seamlessly integrating them into their daily activities to maximize participation and minimize disruption.
• Assist with Adaptive Equipment: Expertly remove and replace braces, splints, and slings from patients before and after treatment, ensuring their comfort, safety, and proper use of adaptive equipment.
• Champion Safety Standards: Proactively maintain the highest safety standards for the protection of all patients, assisting personnel, and yourself, fostering a secure and healthy therapeutic environment.
• Engage in Team Collaboration: Actively attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested, contributing to the continuous improvement of our rehabilitation services and facility-wide initiatives.
• Contribute to Overall Success: Perform other duties as assigned by management, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to the overall success of the department and organization.

Job Requirements

Required

• A high school diploma or equivalent 
• Current AHA BLS within 30 days hire