Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

Community Health Systems • Springdale, AR • 5h ago

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(PRN) PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Job Summary

The Physical Therapy Assistant administers therapeutic techniques and interventions designed to improve, maintain, or restore function for individuals affected by age, injury, disease, or congenital conditions. This role focuses on providing safe, effective, and evidence-based therapy services to support patient recovery and independence.

Essential Functions

Assists the Physical Therapist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment plans and collaborates on adjustments to achieve clinical outcomes.

Implements therapeutic interventions that focus on posture, balance, locomotion, strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination, pain management, and daily functional abilities.

Administers treatment methods and modalities under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist, ensuring they align with current physical therapy practices.

Monitors patient progress and provides timely feedback to the supervising Physical Therapist regarding patient responses and treatment effectiveness.

Provides patient education on therapeutic exercises, techniques, and self-management strategies that promote recovery and improve function.

Ensures treatment approaches are tailored to the patient's age, developmental level, cultural background, and individual goals.

Completes clear, concise, and accurate documentation of patient care, including treatment plans, interventions, progress notes, and discharge recommendations, adhering to organizational and regulatory requirements.

Collaborates with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care, including participation in discharge planning and recommendations for ongoing therapy or supportive services.

Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to infection control and safety protocols.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

0-1 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques, modalities, and interventions used in physical therapy.

Ability to work collaboratively with a supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and team members.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for accurate documentation and treatment planning.

Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to legal and regulatory standards.

Physical stamina to assist patients with therapeutic activities and exercises.

Licenses and Certifications

PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant licensed in state of employment required

BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

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