What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant - Casual position at Amery Hospital?
Our Physical Therapy Assistants perform treatment per the therapist plan of care, assesses patient's response to treatment, and assists with discharge planning. They communicate with the lead therapist regarding progress and proposed changes to the plan of care. They utilize exercises, manual therapy, modalities, and education to improve the patient's overall mobility, pain, and functional ability. In addition they provide education related to the treatment program, disease process, and prevention of further injuries to the patient, family/caregiver, and other members of the healthcare team.
Work Schedule:
Casual/On-call - Varies based on department needs.
Required Qualifications:
- Graduate of an APTA accredited school offering a Physical Therapist Assistant two year degree.
Possess a valid WI licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year directly related experience is preferred but willing to consider new graduates.
- Experience in EPIC computer system
Benefits:
Amery Hospital & Clinic offers a competitive benefits package (.5 FTE or greater) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, 401k with match, disability insurance and tuition reimbursement. Benefits take effect the first of the month following hire date.
About Us:
Since being established in 1956, Amery Hospital & Clinic has provided outstanding health care to Amery and our surrounding communities. We provide the kind of high-quality care you'd expect to find in a "big city" with the personalized dedication you can expect from a hometown doctor. In addition to primary care for all stages of life, we offer specialty services including oncology, cardiology, orthopedics and surgical services.
We strive to offer more to our patients - more care options, more comfort and more expertise. In addition to our hospital and clinics, we provide specialized care for patients at our Behavioral Health Center and Wound Healing Center. We also work in close collaboration with other hospitals in the HealthPartners health care system, giving our community access to the high-quality care.
As a partner for good, we believe that outstanding health care comes from combining science with compassion, spirit and humanity. Everyone on our team helps make health care and insurance simpler and more affordable for all. Join us and become a partner for good, helping to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members and the communities we serve.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.