PRN OP/IP Certified Physical Therapy Assistant

Essential Job Duties:

1. Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, provides treatment within the established plan of care to accomplish the established goals.
2. Exercises the skills, safeguards and professional conduct of a Physical Therapist Assistant.
3. Completes documentation of patient treatment, progress and response to treatment.
4. Reports patient progress and changes in patient condition to the Physical Therapist in a timely manner to ensure high quality and safe outcomes.
5. Assists in discharge planning.
6. Maintains effective communication with ancillary departments, team and physicians.
7. Contributes to a high performance work environment by seeking educational resources that enhance and maintain current knowledge and skills.
8. Completes other duties and special projects as assigned.

Secondary Job Duties That May be Reassigned:

1. Assists in orienting staff members.
2. Supervises PTA clinical students, teen volunteers and shadow students.
3. Assists with departmental Performance Improvement Program.
4. Maintains adequate supplies, assists in keeping department clean and ready for patient treatment.

Job Specifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program. Indiana licensure. Continued education as appropriate to maintain/improve job skills.
• Experience: Clinical experience from physical therapist assistant program.

Why Choose Good Samaritan? 
For more than 115 years, Good Samaritan has been dedicated to not only providing trusted, industry-leading health care, but to fill a vital role in southwest Indiana and southwest Illinois. Our hospital continues to adhere to the compassionate principles our facility was founded on and further our commitments to our patients, our staff, and the communities we serve. Good Samaritan is well recognized for its commitment to excellence as a 3-time designated Magnet® facility, TJC Primary Stroke Center, and a Level III Trauma Center. 
We would love to welcome you to our Good Samaritan family.