What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant position at Prowers Medical Center?
Full Time Position
JOB SUMMARY
General Description
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will work as part of a team to provide physical therapy service under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist. The PTA will implement selected components of patient/client interventions (treatment), obtain data related to the interventions provided, and make modifications in selected interventions either to progress the patient/client as directed by the physical therapist or to ensure patient/client safety and comfort.
Responsibility
PTA’s assist the physical therapist in the treatment of individuals of all ages, from newborns to the very oldest, who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. Patient care is provided as in-patient, outpatient and home health settings.
Accountability
The Physical Therapist Assistant reports directly to the Rehabilitation Manager.
Special Demands
Mental: Astute communication skills with employees, physicians, visitors, administration and public. Ability to adjust to job situations that involve many different people and projects, requiring some independent action and judgment.
Physical: Must have the ability and competency to operate the equipment of his/her position; perform technical procedures; speak intelligently and in a professional manner before others; and exercise supervision and management skills.
Qualifications
Education: Must be a graduate of and have a certificate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program. Must be currently credentialed by Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, Division of Professions and Occupations, State Physical Therapy Board. Must have verification card of current instruction in BLS.
Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of experience preferred. Bi-lingual capabilities helpful.
Working Environment
General work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Will be placed in a weekend rotation. May need to work additional hours as the need arises. Work in a state of the art, newly built Rehabilitation Gymnasium, clean, well-lighted, heated and air-conditioned area. Exposure to unpleasant sights, smells and infectious diseases possible.
Salary Range
Pay range: $26.34 – $32.39 per hour based on experience. This is a fulltime benefitted position that includes, paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, life and disability insurance and automatic enrollment in retirement plan with employer match. Relocation Assistance Available.
Apply to: Human Resources By: As soon as possible
Contact Information
Michelle Pollart – Human Resources
Prowers Medical Center
401 Kendall Drive
Lamar, CO 81052
Email: michelle.pollart@prowersmedical.com
Phone: 719-336-7119
Fax: 719-336-8360
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It is the policy of this facility to provide equal opportunity to persons regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statues, regulations and ordinances.
Human Resources Department
401 Kendall Drive
Lamar, Colorado 81052
www.prowersmedical.com
email: michelle.pollart@prowersmedical.com
Salary : $26 - $32