Company DescriptionAt LifeCare, we believe it is a privilege to serve the health care needs of the people of northern Minnesota, and we take pride in saying we have stayed current with the advances of modern medicine. Our surgery department performs nearly 500 surgeries per year, and our Special Care Unit includes the latest in patient-monitoring equipment. Our full line of on-site diagnostic services includes ultrasound, MRI, CT, Nuclear Medicine, and x-ray capabilities, plus a complete lab that allows our physicians access to fast, accurate test results. Our rehabilitation services department provides physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy at several locations throughout the county. Endoscopic procedures, a successful cardiac rehab program, and a top-or-the-line ambulance service are just a few more examples of our commitment to keeping technology at the forefront of care. We take pride in keeping our facilities modern. Our birthing center, where approximately 200 babies are born each year, has a warm home-like atmosphere. At LifeCare most of our hospital patients enjoy private rooms. We are also extremely proud of our behavior health, long term care, home care, hospice and all of the other services that we provide right here close to home for the people of our community. Job DescriptionJoin our amazing team at LifeCare Medical Center as a Physical Therapist Assistant.In this role, you are providing thevalues that LifeCare Medical Center has created; compassion, accountability,respect, and excellence. The ideal candidate has excellentinterpersonal, organization and communication skills. Apply today for this full time exciting jobopportunity with LifeCare Medical Center, an employer of choice! Essential Functions:Observes, records and reports to supervisingtherapist(s) the conditions, reactions, and responses ofpatients/residents/clients assigned to his/her dutiesResponsible for patient/resident/client’spersonal care and environment throughout the treatmentFollows established procedures and observessafety precautions in the use of modalities and procedures.Carries out positioning and reconditioningexercises.Trains patients/residents/clients in specificexercises, ambulation and activities of daily livingAssists in measuring, fitting and training ofprosthesis, orthosis, wheelchairs, ambulation devices and other assistivedevices. Minimum Qualification Standards: Graduate of a Physical Therapist AssistantEducation Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association or acomparable accrediting agency.Licensure in theState of Minnesota. Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.