Physical Therapy Assistant

West River Health Services

Posted 4 months ago

Full Time

Hettinger, North Dakota

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Administer physical therapy treatments and modalities under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to restore patient functioning. Participate in departmental operational aspects and continuous quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

You have an Associate's degree from a program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association and hold a current license as a Physical Therapy Assistant. You are also certified in Basic Life Support (BLS).

Must Have Skills for ATS

Physical Therapy

BLS certification

Job Description

Job Summary:
Responsible for administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff Physical Therapist.  Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the staff Physical Therapist, after the Physical Therapist has evaluated the patient.
The Physical Therapy Assistant assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.  Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.  The Physical Therapy Assistant participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities.

Regulatory Requirements:
  • AA degree from a school or college approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
  • Holds current certificate/licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant.
  • Current BLS certification.
Normal working hours: 8am - 5pm
Assist w/ holiday & weekend coverage
Starting salary range: $21.89 - $27.00

West River Health Services

Providing access to quality medicine in a rural environment has been the vision and goal of this medical system since its inception.
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