Physical Therapy Assistant - Coos Bay

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant - Coos Bay, OR

Location: Coos Bay, OR

Job :571

# of Openings:1

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Join the Physical Therapy Team at North Bend Medical Center! We’re seeking a driven Physical Therapy Assistant who takes pride in providing the best patient outcomes. We offer a collaborative work environment and great benefits!

• Generous PTO & CME Packages
• Patients Per Day: 10-12
• 401K + Generous Employer Match
• Licensing Expenses Reimbursed
• Long Term Disability + Buy-Up Options
• Group Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Malpractice
• Electronic Health Record: EPIC
• Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with department needs.
• Provide treatment according to treatment plan, which may include education, therapeutic exercises, activities, manual therapies and modality treatment.
• Communicate with supervisor and/or other team members regarding patient progress, problems or plans.
• Document daily treatment notes timely and completely.
• Record treatment charges in accurate and timely manner.
• Teach patients to use assistive and adaptive devices and instruct on at-home exercises.
• Assist in training and orientation of new staff.
• Demonstrate effective communication methods either in written, verbal, non-verbal or electronic. Have a positive influence on others.
• Listen to and acknowledge patient and co-worker’s concerns. Communicate effectively with patients and co-workers exchanging information and opinions constructively. Treat all patients with respect. Must not breach confidentiality.
• Exercises good communication skills with regard to timing, circumstances, place and individual needs.
• Makes effective decisions that reflect clear and logical thinking. Demonstrates flexibility in examining new approaches in response to changing organizational objectives.
• Identifies and works proactively to solve issues.
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to go the extra mile in meeting patient needs.
• Represents the clinic in a professional manner.
• Keeps composure under stress. Stays calm, approachable and compassionate.
• Prioritizes work activities based on clinic demands and completes assignments within designated time frames with little or no supervision.
• Is punctual for shift. Observes policies regarding breaks/meals, time off and sick time.
• Demonstrates behavior that protects the safety of yourself and others as well as the physical plant and equipment.
• Demonstrates environmental awareness by maintaining work areas in clean and unobstructed order. Follows company policy when accidents occur.
• Associates Degree or Higher from Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program – New Grads Welcome!

• Coastal Community with Moderate Year-Round Climate;
• 30 Minutes from World-Class Bandon Dunes Golf Resort!
• Quick, Convenient Access to a Beautiful Regional Airport;
• Oregon's Famous Sand Dunes, Pacific Ocean, Outdoor Recreation, Breweries, Restaurants and more;

Christy Wright, Director of Recruitment & Marketing