Physical Therapy Assistant

Location: Wickenburg, az

• Wickenburg Community Hospital is a beautiful and sophisticated rural-access hospital located in Wickenburg, Arizona.
• WCH is a 8-bed Emergency Department and many ancillary services.
• We also have 3 Primary Care Clinics.
• Here at WCH, we strive to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and care.
• Join us today and let us be part of your success story.

We offer

1. Full Benefits 2. PTO/Sick Leave 3. Wellness Benefits

General Description

The Staff Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for providing high quality PT services to Inpatients/Swing bed, and outpatients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

• Essential Job Duties
• Implements and executes on established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a therapist.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
• Provides timely documentation per hospital and departmental requirements.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist in a timely manner.
• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.
• Provides patient screens upon admission by identifying appropriate interventions for treatment.
• Uses professional judgement to ensure safety of self, patients, and others at all times.
• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary cooperation, teamwork, and effective communication.
• Attends required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab and or Manager.
• Effectively communicates with Therapists concerning patient’s response to the treatment plan.
• Attends in-services, training sessions or other educational presentations.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.