Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health

Physical Therapist Assistant

Stillwater At Home is looking for a dynamic, energetic Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to help enhance independence for our patients. Key attributes we need for this position:

• Excellent communicators who are patient centered
• Active listener, with good communication skills, who can problem solve and think outside the box
• Able to demonstrate high level of autonomy and accountability

Why work at Stillwater Medical as a PTA?

• Competitive wages and excellent benefits
• Supportive work environment
• Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work - since 2012

Details:

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Monday-Friday
• Weekends are very rare

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for performing various therapy treatments and documentation under direction of a Registered Physical Therapist within the home setting for home care clients with disease/disability on an intermittent basis in accordance with the plan of care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current license to practice in Oklahoma.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Having and maintaining a valid Oklahoma Driver's License and satisfactory driving record is a condition of employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderately heavy material, supplies or patients (up to or >100 lbs.) for most of the shift
• Able to lift, carry, push, and pull heavyweight materials (over 100 lbs.) occasionally.
• Able to stand/walk for extended periods of time throughout the work schedule, with some bending and stooping.
• Ability to work with confused and aggressive patients.
• Demonstrates adequate stamina to deal with stressful situations and complete the necessary work schedule.
• Able to work in latex-burdened environment.