Physical Therapist Assistant - Westbank - PRN - Weekends
Physical Therapist Assistant - Westbank - PRN - Weekends
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Job Description
Weve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942 but one thing has never changed our commitment to serve heal lead educate andinnovate.Webelieve that every award earned every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.
At Ochsner whether you work with patients every day or support those who do you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!
This job assumes responsibility for and provides routine treatment as assigned according to plan of are provided by a licensed Physical Therapist. Provides direct patient care after the patient has been evaluated by a licensed Physical Therapist and documents patient progress in daily progress notes and/or summaries to physicians.Education
Required Associates degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
Work Experience
Required None.
Certifications
Required Current Physical Therapy Assistant license in the state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity from another state
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
- Must be proficient with Windowsstyle applications and keyboard.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of informationMust be proficient with Windowsstyle applications various software packages specific to role and keyboard
- Strong organizational skills
- Good interpersonal skills
Job Duties
- Performs physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
- Communicates and documents any changes in patients status and informs therapist of patients reassessment.
- Maintains patient records according to documentation standards policies and procedures.
- Participates in staff and committee projects.
- Achieves established productivity levels set forth by administration.
- May be required to educate and train others within discipline.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population including but not limited to: respect for privacy method of introduction to the patient adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities duties and skills. Other duties may be added or this description amended at any time.
Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability status.
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Employment Type
Part-Time
