Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH)is hiring a certified Physical Therapy Assistant to join their team providing services at Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility in Bolivar, Missouri.CMH is made up of 34 primary and specialty clinics, 6 long-term care facilities and 1 residential care facility. Offering acute care, emergency services, ambulatory care, pharmacies, walk-in clinics, surgeries, addiction recovery, rehab therapies and more, CMH has its community covered!
About the area:Located in the heart of the Ozarks, our main campus is in Bolivar, Missouri,where you'll find ahometown feel and affordable housing options. Enjoy a movie, a round of golf, acollege game, orgrab a meal from any one of the local restaurants! Springfield is only 30 minutes away and offers entertainment and attractions like Big Shots Golf, Bass Pro Shop's Wonders of Wildlife Museum,and Urban Air. Only an hour south is Branson, where you can take in a family-friendly show, visit Silver Dollar City, and experience world-class shopping at the Branson Landing!
About the department:Equipped with specialized technologies, including Balance Master, VitalStim, and Anodyne, the Rehab Services Department works closely with physicians to provide acute and outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to restore the functional abilities of patients. Emphasis is placed on collaboration and teamwork, and new therapists are encouraged to grow their skills through professional development and mentorship. The department routinely finishes within the 90
thpercentile or better in the nation for patient satisfaction.
A typical dayincludes:Assisting therapists to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient therapy treatments utilizing appropriate procedures, equipment,and supplies to achieve intended outcomes.
Follows plans of care provided by therapistsand monitorand reportprogress
Communicates with patients and caregivers to provide clear directionson the use of rehabilitativedevices and equipment
Documents patientcare services with relevant and timely information
Prepares and maintains work spaces and equipment
This position is:Full-time, Mon - Fri, 7:30am - 4pm
Job Requirements:
Education:Completion of aPhysical Therapy Assistant program with an Associate'sDegree from an accredited institution
Experience:New graduates welcome; 1year of experience preferred
Skills:Patient care, problem-solving, customer service, and listening skills
Licensure/Certification:Current Missouri Physical Therapy Assistant Certificate
Physical:Prolonged periods of standing and walking, ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. with patient and/or equipment assistance, ability to carry up to 35 lbs.
Benefits Include:
Competitive wage
Annual merit increase
No-cost health insurance option for
employee
Full suite of insurance benefits available for employee and family
Early access to pay with on-demand PayActiv Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off
Increased matched savings to Retirement Plan
Company-paid long-term disability plan
Employee discounts
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For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kelly Fender at 417-328-6251,or by email at kelly.fender@citizensmemorial.com.