Physical Therapist Assistant, Part Time Days

AdventHealth - Shawnee, KS

Part-time - Entry Level

Shawnee, KS

Hospitals

About the position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission is a part-time role focused on providing physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. The PTA will implement treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and educate patients and their families about care procedures. This position emphasizes a holistic approach to patient care, aligning with AdventHealth's mission to uplift individuals in body, mind, and spirit.

Responsibilities

• Conducts physical therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Implements an established treatment plan of care established by a Physical Therapist utilizing Practice Standards and recommended techniques, insurance guidelines and patient's needs.
• Monitors patient response and progress to treatment and communicates with the Physical Therapist to modify treatment plan as appropriate.
• Documents and Charges accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology, following standards of practice, insurance guidelines and department /hospital policy and procedures.
• Educates patients, family members, and caregivers about identified needs and including discharge recommendations.
• Communicates effectively with patients, family and health care professionals within and across care settings and communities.
• May oversee the care provided by therapy aides, according to established regulations and practice standards.
• Meets productivity standard as defined by department.
• Attends department meetings and education as required.
• Practices principles of professional development and performance improvement by maintaining clinical knowledge, using best and/or evidence-based practices, supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department, and serving as a clinical instructor.
• Participates in marketing to physicians/physician practices to build referral relationships.
• Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures/speaking, and/or other extension of clinical expertise to the community as approved by manager or director.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained before employee starts patient care.
• Licensed in Kansas as a Physical Therapist Assistant OR Temporary State permit as Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Associate's Degree.

Benefits

• Vision, Medical & Dental Benefits from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program