Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Health - 131859

Physical Therapy Assistant
- Home Health

Peace Health Home Health in Florence, Oregon is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at Peace Health is $33.58 - $47.40. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Responsible for carrying out the physical therapy plan of care, toward patient-specific goals, under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Provides treatment to restore function, prevent disability and assist patients to achieve optimal levels of functional status. Provides oversight to students in following the plan-of-care and treatment of patients appropriate to the age of the patient served; provides supervision to therapy aides and volunteers.

Works as part of a patient care team toward the best outcomes for the patient.

What You Will Do:

• Under the supervision of the physical therapist, provides skilled physical therapy services to patients and skilled education/instruction to patients and caregivers according to the plan of treatment.
• Completes documentation accurately, timely, according to regulatory and state licensure requirements, and within professional standards.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure smooth continuous care of the patients. May act as a liaison with nursing, medical and other therapy staffs to facilitate problem solving and coordination of other services and act as an educational resource.
• Mentors and provides oversight to therapy aides. Provides clinical instruction and training to physical therapy assistant students.
• Recommends and participates in development of new services and programs, quality improvement and monitoring activities.
• Participates in staff meetings, patient care meetings, educational in-services, caregiver orientation and other professional activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• Education:
  
  Associate Degree
  
  Required:
  
  Physical Therapy Assistant accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
• Experience:
  
  Required one-year experience in an inpatient setting, with home health/geriatric experience preferred.
• Credentials:
  
  Required:
  
  Upon Hire Basic Life Support through American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Required:
  
  Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
  - Oregon For positions in Oregon, a temporary permit is acceptable under the rules set forth by the Oregon State Board of Physical Therapy. A temporary permit shall be allowed for a period not to exceed three months and
• Required:
  
  Driver's License and proof of auto insurance

Peace Health is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.