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Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)

Premier Health • Piqua, OH • 5h ago

Upper Valley Medical Center

PRN: varies by need (8am - 6:30pm)

Premier Health Mission, Vision, and Values

The Premier Health Mission

We will improve the health of the communities we serve with others who share our commitment to provide high-quality, cost-competitive health care services.

The Premier Health Vision

People will choose Premier Health over any health system in Southwestern Ohio. We will earn their choice, and grow our market leadership by anticipating their needs and exceeding their expectations.

Patients and their families will choose us for our quality outcomes and compassionate care at a competitive price.

Physicians will choose us as collaborative partners for our easy, efficient practice environment and with a shared passion for high-quality medical outcomes.

Our employees will choose us as a great place to work, learn and build a career.

The Premier Health Values

RESPECT each person's dignity.

Act with INTEGRITY to do the right thing in all aspects of our responsibilities.

Serve with COMPASSION that embraces each individual's concerns and hopes.

Commit to EXCELLENCE as measured to the highest level of performance.

General Summary/Responsibilities:

The Support Physical Therapist Assistant assumes a supportive role on the interdisciplinary patient care teams. This individual provides treatment according to the plan of care, provides a wide variety of treatment techniques within the scope of practice, provides education and support to patients/families, and facilitates continuing care planning under the direction of the therapist. The assistant participates in staff management, cost management, and professional practice activities. The assistant is responsible for demonstrating excellent customer service and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the department.

Qualifications

Education

Minimum Level of Education Required: Associate degree

Additional requirements:

Type of degree : Associate Degree or equivalent

Area of study or major : Physical Therapy

Licensure/Certification/Registration

Current Physical Therapy Assistant license in State of Ohio.

Current CPR certification required at time of hire.

First Aid certification required 6 months upon hire for the following department only: Inpatient Physical Therapy

Experience

Minimum Level of Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience

Preferred experience: 1-3 years of job related experience.

Knowledge/Skills

Able to multi-task with constant interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor.

Dependable, flexible and adaptable to change.

Teamwork oriented. Display tact, diplomacy, and professionalism.

Strong analytical and prioritization skills.

Strong organizational skills.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

Basic computer knowledge and skills.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Working Conditions:

May be exposed to loud noises.

May be exposed to aggressive, violent behavior from patients, family members and/or visitors.

May be exposed to bodily fluids, blood and/or airborne pathogens.

Must be able to work under stressful conditions which may occur in emergency situations or with a heavy workload.

Organizational Standards

Possess skills, knowledge, and abilities to reach the mission, vision, and values of Premier Health.

Demonstrates traits and behaviors including, but not limited to, Focusing on Patients/Customers, Walking the Talk, Being a Partner, Adding Skills/Abilities, Working Independently for all staff and Managing in a Changing Environment, Engaging the Workforce, and Managing & Improving Individual Performance for Management Staff.

Performs in such a way to honor our values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence.

Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization.

Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention.

Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience.

Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice.

Adheres to infection prevention policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.

Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities.

Maintains compliance with organization's policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards.

Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information.

Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization.

Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and TJC standards and/or standards from other accrediting bodies.

Reports to work as required.

Essential Duties & Functions:

Treats, documents, and delegates appropriate tasks to unlicensed personnel per service guidelines.

Engages in interdisciplinary patient care management.

Bills appropriately for services and supplies provided as indicated through matching of documentation and service charges.

Collaborates and communicates patient progress and response to treatment with Physical Therapist throughout the continuum of care.

Provides patient/family education.

Participates in programs/service performance improvement activities.

Manages case load per department standards.

Engages in patient satisfaction efforts and looks for opportunities to ensure that all patients have a satisfying experience.

Passes all required hospital/department competencies and related testing; applies to everyday performance.

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