Summary

• Position Summary
  • The Physical Therapist Assistant administers physical therapy treatments to patients, working under direction of and as assistant to Physical Therapist. This position is primarily outpatient with coverage only for inpatient.
• Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  • Education: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
  • License/Certifications: Must be licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant. Current. BCLS required.
  • Experience: Prior experience working in a hospital, nursing home or outpatient Physical Therapy Department is preferred.
  • Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation and terminology requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other members of the healthcare team
  • Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing and medical care coordination
  • Ability to respond the changing workload based on patient census and to direct, supervise and evaluate care in order to individualize therapy care provided to patients
  • Ability to maintain professional manner even under stressful situations
  • Proficient computer skills