What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health position at Stillwater Medical?
Stillwater At Home is looking for a dynamic, energetic PTA (or PT) to help enhance independence for our patients.
Key attributes we need for this position:
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Excellent communicators who are patient centered
- Patient cheerleader - desire to get them to return to their highest functional levels in a safe home setting
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Active listener, with good communication skills, who can problem solve and think outside the box
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Able to demonstrate high level of autonomy and accountability
Why work at Stillwater Medical as a PTA?
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Competitive wages and excellent benefits
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Supportive work environment
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Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work - since 2012
Details:
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Full-time, 40 hours per week
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Monday-Friday
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Weekends are very rare
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for performing various therapy treatments and documentation under direction of a Registered Physical Therapist within the home setting for home care clients with disease/disability on an intermittent basis in accordance with the plan of care.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Current license to practice in Oklahoma.
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Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
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Current CPR certification.
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Having and maintaining a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record is a condition of employment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Able to lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderately heavy material, supplies or patients (up to or >100 lbs.) for most of the shift
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Able to lift, carry, push, and pull heavyweight materials (over 100 lbs.) occasionally.
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Able to stand/walk for extended periods of time throughout the work schedule, with some bending and stooping.
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Ability to work with confused and aggressive patients.
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Demonstrates adequate stamina to deal with stressful situations and complete the necessary work schedule.
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Able to work in latex-burdened environment.