Maintains proficiency as a Physical Therapist Assistant for patient care, meeting the performance requirements of a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant for the State of Oklahoma.
Assumes care, manages and coordinates patient treatment as directed by the attending physical therapist and the referring physician.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires.
Administers Physical Therapy treatments/procedures/modalities in accordance with plan of care developed by the Physical Therapist within the scope of the Physical Therapist Assistant.
Works with client/caregiver, physician and physical therapist to achieve optimal level of functioning of client.
Reports directly to Physical Therapist and Care Manager assigned to client. Reports to Clinical/Case Manager.
Requirements
Graduate of accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program; Associate Degree in Applied Science required.
Current Oklahoma Physical Therapy Assistant license OR be eligible for license in the state of Oklahoma AND able to practice under the Oklahoma Physical Therapy Practice Act. Must have completed licensure by 6 months after initial temporary license is issued. (Must present letter/permit proving eligibility upon hire.)
No experience required for entry-level position; one year preferred for employee to be able to treat home health patients.
Current CPR certification required.
Current driver's license issued in the State of Oklahoma, current auto insurance, acceptable driving record and access to reliable transportation.
Benefits
front loaded PTO
100% INTEGRIS Health paid short term disability
increased retirement match
paid family leave
ATS Keywords
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Hard skills
patient carephysical therapy treatmentsmodalitiestreatment coordinationpatient assessmenttreatment planningclinical documentationhome health care