Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)

Upper Valley Medical Center

Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)

• PRN: varies by need (8am - 6:30pm)           

Opportunity to assist patients one-on-one, with 1-hour assessments and 45-minute follow-up appointments

General Summary:

The PRN Physical Therapist Assistant supports the interdisciplinary care team by delivering treatments per the plan of care, educating patients and families, and assisting with care planning under the therapist’s direction.

The role also involves contributing to staff, cost, and practice management while providing excellent customer service and supporting overall departmental effectiveness.

Education

• Minimum Level of Education Required:  Physical Therapy Assistant degree from an accredited program                                               

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Current Physical Therapy Assistant license in State of Ohio.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire

Experience

• Minimum Level of Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience
• Preferred experience: 1-3 years of job-related experience.

Knowledge/Skills

• Able to multi-task with constant interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor.
• Dependable, flexible and adaptable to change.
• Teamwork oriented. Display tact, diplomacy, and professionalism.
• Strong analytical, prioritization, organizational skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills. 

Essential Duties & Functions:

• Treats, documents, and delegates appropriate tasks to unlicensed personnel per service guidelines.
• Engages in interdisciplinary patient care management.  
• Bills appropriately for services and supplies provided as indicated through matching of documentation and service charges.
• Collaborates and communicates patient progress and response to treatment with Physical Therapist throughout the continuum of care.
• Provides patient/family education.
• Participates in programs/service performance improvement activities.
• Manages case load per department standards.
• Engages in patient satisfaction efforts and looks for opportunities to ensure that all patients have a satisfying experience.
• Passes all required hospital/department competencies and related testing; applies to everyday performance.