What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett?
Overview
Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
At Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Summary
At the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist, performs patient treatments as indicated by the treatment plan. Documents treatments given, including frequent and objective measurements. Works with neonatal through geriatric patients with clinical competency. Completes established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period.
Responsibilities
- Performs selected tests and measurements as directed by therapist;
- maintains documentation on all treatments;
- assures appropriate equipment performance prior to each use.
- performs patient treatments as indicated by the treatment plan
- Documents treatments given, including frequent and objective measurements
- Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
Required
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Education:
- Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant,
- Active U.S. military service members or veterans with any military service, training or education verified and credited by an accredited PTA program is acceptable
- Certification/License: State License
Preferred
- Experience: 1 year experience
Organization Description
Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett is a 196-bed full service hospital located at 2986 Kate Bond Rd in Bartlett. Opened in 2004, the hospital provides an extensive offering of medical services including a 24-hour emergency room, critical care, cardiac care, oncology, urology, physical therapy and a 16-bed orthopedic/spine unit. Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett has been honored with the American Heart Associations Get With The GuidelinesStroke Gold Plus Achievement Award, Leapfrog Groups A Hospital Safety Score, and has received Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care. At Saint Francis Healthcare, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team where we strive to be No. 1 in quality, safety and service excellence. Join our team!
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- Performs selected tests and measurements as directed by therapist;
- maintains documentation on all treatments;
- assures appropriate equipment performance prior to each use.
- performs patient treatments as indicated by the treatment plan
- Documents treatments given, including frequent and objective measurements
- Performs related duties as required.
Required
-
Education:
- Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant,
- Active U.S. military service members or veterans with any military service, training or education verified and credited by an accredited PTA program is acceptable
- Certification/License: State License
Preferred
- Experience: 1 year experience