Job detail

Physical Therapy Assistant PTA, Part Time

Kaiser Permanente

#Documentation #BLS #Patient Care #Pediatric #Basic Life Support #Ultrasound #Modalities #Pathology #Anatomy

Quick overview

The Physical Therapy Assistant will deliver quality therapy treatments to patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric populations according to established plans. They are responsible for documenting patient progress, communicating with the healthcare team, and maintaining a safe, organized clinical environment.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and hold a valid Oregon PTA license. Basic Life Support certification and successful completion of clinical internships are required.

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Job description

Job Summary

To administer quality physical therapy services following treatment plans established by physical therapists to restore function, prevent disability and return patients to maximal potential.

Essential Responsibilities

Delivers physical therapy treatments to patients ranging in age from geriatric to pediatric: provides and progresses treatment as per treatment plans, physician order, professional standards and departmental protocols. Teaches patient care classes and groups for specific disorders per physician order and departmental policies. May participate in patient care clinics per specialized training or continuing education (i.e. Amputee Clinic). Communicates outcomes to evaluating therapist, physicians and other health professionals. Complete all chart documentation as outlined by Kaiser Permanente and State License requirements. Demonstrate and practice efficient workflow using time management skills which allow for patient treatments, proficient use of computers and electronic tools (using short keys, smart sets and dot phrases). Performs duties in a professional manner demonstrating dependability, flexibility and team work. Maintains professional competency through continuing education, in-services, peer review and self-evaluation per departmental standards. Continuing education dependent on and specific to patient population treated. Participates in maintaining a clean, safe and organized environment. Performs other duties as requested.

Basic Qualifications

Experience N/A Education Graduate of accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program, basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology appropriate to PTA. Successful completion of clinical internships. High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. License, Certification, Registration Physical Therapist Assistant License (Oregon)
Basic
Life
Support within 2 months of hire
Additional
Requirements: Basic skills in PT procedures and treatment, use of modalities (US, electrical stimulation, traction, etc), documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year of clinic experience in comparable setting. Knowledge base applicable to patient load at KSMC. Skills in group dynamics, leading classes.