Physical Therapy Assistant - Cabell Huntington Hospital/St. Mary

Rivers Health is seeking a full-time PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant. JOB SUMMARY: Administering treatments set up by Licensed Physical Therapist, documentation of patient’s status and progress and ongoing monitoring and reporting to the therapist any change in patient’s status. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time. * Review the patient's evaluation with the referring therapist and provide patient care utilizing physical modalities and therapeutic exercise based on programs set up by licensed Physical therapist. * Deliver physical agents, therapeutic exercise, gait training, and other modalities of care in accordance with the policies of the department following the plan of care determined by the Physical Therapist. * Collect and document patient's status, response to treatment, and progress to treatment in accordance with departmental policy. A Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for having appropriate notes co-signed by a Physical therapist. * Monitor and report any untoward responses to treatment, significant change, or discharge is approaching to Physical Therapist. * Supervise physical therapy assistant students under the direction of the clinical coordinator of education. * Supervise Rehab Tech in the preparation of patients and equipment. * Work under the direction of up to three physical therapists. * Supervise volunteer in the department. * Maintain and upgrade treatment skills. Participate in staff meetings and in-services. * Provide accurate documentation of patient progress using SOAP format. * Have appropriate notes co-signed by a physical therapist as directed by the State of West Virginia. * Demonstrates excellence in customer service skills. * Foster an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration. * Participates in quality improvement activities including serving on quality improvement teams. * Maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification. * Performs other related or similar duties as may be periodically assigned. Interact with other team members of the professional staff to provide total care of patients. * Aware of and adhere to departmental policies and procedures, as well as hospital policies and procedures. * Responsible for identifying and addressing the needs of patients of all ages including pediatrics, adolescents, and geriatrics. EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING: Successful completion of a two-year Physical Therapy Assistant Program from an accredited institution. Current West Virginia Physical Therapy Assistant License. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Medium Work. Lifting 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 25 pounds or more. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled