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PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT - CROSSRIDGE

St. Bernard's Medical Center

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Location
Wynne, AR
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Licensed As A Physical Therapist Assistant In The State Of Arkansas By The Arkansas State Board Of Physical TherapyCPR Certified

Job overview

St. Bernard's Medical Center is hiring a PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT - CROSSRIDGE. The Physical Therapist Assistant will assist Physical Therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. They may assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document treatment progress, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and established treatment plans. The PTA will work under frequent and regular supervision or in consultation with a licensed physical therapist.

Key focus areas include Assist Physical Therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures, Assist in the development of treatment plans in accordance with state laws, and Carry out routine functions.

Successful candidates bring Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Arkansas, Accredited Education Program, and Physical Strength to Lift 250 Pounds. Important skills include Clinical Skills, Good Judgment, Working Knowledge Of Physical, Mental And Social Needs Of The Frail Elderly Population, Problem-Solve, Plan Effectively, and Oral Communication.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Clinical SkillsGood JudgmentWorking Knowledge of Physical, Mental and Social Needs of the Frail Elderly PopulationProblem-SolvePlan EffectivelyOral CommunicationCommunicationBasic Computer Skills

Qualifications

Education Requirements From an Accredited ProgramLicensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Arkansas by the Arkansas State Board of Physical TherapyCPR CertifiedPhysical StrengthAble to Work Required ScheduleHearing Within Normal RangeFrequent SittingStoopingStandingWalkingBendingPushing/Pulling Up to 250 Pounds

Full job description

  • JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Education

  • Must have satisfied education requirements from an accredited program and be currently licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Arkansas by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy (the Board). CPR certified.

  • Experience

  • Sound clinical skills and demonstrated good judgment. Working knowledge of physical, mental and social needs of the frail elderly population. Ability to problem-solve and plan effectively. Effective oral and written communication skills. Basic computer skills.

  • Physical

  • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

  • Requires physical strength to perform the essential functions of the job. Must be able to work required schedule. Hearing within normal range. Frequent sitting, stooping, standing, walking, bending, pushing/pulling up to 250 pounds, and carrying up to 35 pounds, and lifting up to 100 pounds.

  • JOB SUMMARY

  • The Physical Therapist Assistant will assist Physical Therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant will have frequent and regular supervision by or in consultation with a physical therapist whose license is in good standing. The PTA will meet and abide by rules and regulations set forth by the Board.

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