Physical Therapy Assistant

Posted:
11/11/2024, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Kansas, United States ⋅ Overland Park, Kansas, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Job Description​

This position will support the Saint Luke's South Acute Care.

A Physical Therapist Assistant is an experienced competent PTA who uses their clinical expertise and leadership skills in the department and beyond. This PTA will assist in completion of patient treatment programs as planned and directed by the licensed Physical Therapist through the use of exercise and modalities. Referral of the patient by a physician and evaluation by the P.T. are required prior to PTA involvement with the patient. The PTA will report information to the supervising P.T. and keep accurate progress notes in the patient medical record and contributes to department and program enhancements. Weekend and holiday rotations required

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

Less than 1 year

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross, Physical Therapy Assistant - Various

Associate Degree

Job Details

Full Time

Day (United States of America)

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