What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at Vista Healthcare?
Job Description:
- Vista Healthcare Sports Spine and Injury Center division is looking to hire a full-time physical therapy assistant (PTA). The PTA will assist physical therapists in developing and executing physical therapy treatment programs and procedures, providing direct patient care service.
If you are ready to start your career as a valued team member with Vista Healthcare &Southwest Spine and Pain, then we are interested in talking to you about our current opportunities!
Job Duties:
· Provides physical therapy services directly to patients, under the supervision of an onsite physical therapist according to the established plan set forth by the physical therapist.
· Works effectively as a team with the physical therapist and other staff members. Discusses and coordinates patient care with the physical therapist.
· Communicates professionally, properly and effectively with patients, family members and staff.
· Educates patients and family members about patient care plans and goals, including patient safety.
· Works effectively and efficiently with the electronic medical record. Documents patient visits and reports in a timely manner.
· Helps perform other staff duties to ensure the clinic runs well and is clean
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program
- Current Utah Physical Therapy Assistant License
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications for health care providers
- Computer skills to document electronic medical records
- Prior Physical Therapy, Chiropractic, or Medical Experience preferred, but not required