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Owensboro, KY - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Summary

Job Summary

Conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Oversees physical therapy aides/technicians in performing treatment.
Job Responsibilities
  • Provides physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.
  • Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
  • Documents treatment interventions given.
  • Coordinates activities of physical therapy aides students and other support personnel.
  • Supervises PTA students completing clinical rotations
Qualifications
  • Associates degree or higher in Physical Therapy Assistant required upon hire
  • No experience required
  • PTA Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
  • BLS Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position
Skills and Attributes
  • Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
  • Works under minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Physical Demands
  • Standing: Frequently
  • Walking: Frequently
  • Sitting: Occasionally
  • Lifting 025 lbs: Frequently
  • Lifting 2575 lbs: Rarely
  • Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
  • Carrying 025 lbs: Frequently
  • Carrying 2575 lbs: Rarely
  • Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
  • Pushing/Pulling 025 lbs: Frequently
  • Pushing/Pulling 2575 lbs: Frequently
  • Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently
  • Climbing: Occasionally
  • Bending/Stooping: Frequently
  • Kneeling: Occasionally
  • Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
  • Reaching: Frequently
  • Talking: Frequently
  • Hearing: Frequently
  • Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
  • Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
  • Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
  • Running: Occasionally
  • Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
  • Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
  • Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
  • Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles surpass goals celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE We focus on service to patients customers and team members by anticipating their needs thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

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