Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute Care

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Job Description:

Under the leadership of the department director and/or assistant director, the physical therapist assistant is responsible for supporting the mission of the Hospital by providing quality physical therapy services to patients of all ages who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes. Interventions are performed in the acute care or outpatient environment under the supervision and direction of the physical therapist of record. The physical therapist assistant interacts and practices in collaboration with a variety of professionals involved in the care of the patient, and supports the organization’s efforts to provide prevention and wellness services in the community.

Experience 

Experience in acute care preferred.

Education  

Completion of physical therapist assistant associate degree program preferred.

Must pass orientation and initial competency assessment prior to independent assignment of patients requiring the applicable skill, and must complete and pass all annual competencies.

Licensure/Certifications

Physical therapist assistant license or Physical Therapy License Applicant (PTLA) status is required.

American Heart Association Health care provider CPR certification is required.

Equal opportunity employer.

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Assigned Work Hours:

Position Type:

Regular

Pay Range (based on years of applicable experience):

$36.72

to

$49.13

The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid.

Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $2.68

Hourly Night Shift Differential: $4.02