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PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASST - PT LMH & LHNC

St. Bernard's Medical Center

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WALNUT RIDGE, AR
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Credentials this posting asks for.

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

Job overview

St. Bernard's Medical Center is hiring a PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASST - PT LMH & LHNC. 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 within the scope of treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist. 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, CPR Certified, and Accredited PT Assistant Program. Important skills include Sound Clinical Skills, Good Judgment, Working Knowledge Of Physical, Mental And Social Needs Of Frail Elderly Population, Problem-Solve, Plan Effectively, and Effective Oral Communication.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Sound Clinical SkillsGood JudgmentWorking Knowledge of Physical, Mental and Social Needs of Frail Elderly PopulationProblem-SolvePlan EffectivelyEffective Oral CommunicationEffective Written CommunicationBasic Computer Skills

Qualifications

Satisfied Education Requirements From an Accredited ProgramLicensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Arkansas by the Arkansas State Board of Physical TherapyCPR CertifiedPhysical Strength to Perform Essential FunctionsAble to Work Required ScheduleHearing Within Normal Range

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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