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Physical Therapist Assistant Outpatient

Riverside Hospital

Hampton, Virginia

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Intervention, Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, Data Analysis, Disability Accommodations, Health Department, Healthcare, Needs Assessment, Orthopedics, Outpatient Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Education, Physical Education, Physical Therapy, Progress Reports, Quality of Life, Safety/Work Safety, Special Needs, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Hampton, Virginia
POSTED
6 days ago
Hampton, Virginia

Hiring Range

$38.00 - $42.00/Hourly Actual pay is determined by program, work commitment and business needs

Overview
A Physical Therapist Assistant carries out an individualized program for patients with acute and chronic health conditions to maximize their quality of life and achieve their functional goals. For this position, the Physical Therapist Assistant will work in an outpatient setting that focuses on general and orthopedic therapy. The Therapist is supervised by Rehab Services management and maintains a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.

What you will do

  • Follows the plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. Perform services planned, delegated and supervised by the Therapist.
  • Assesses patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data and interprets information, identifying age-specific needs and proving care accordingly.
  • Assists and participates in the training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
  • Records patients' progress and reports the results of each treatment to the physical therapist.
  • Treats patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions.
  • Provides patient education on interventions.


Qualifications

Education

  • Program Graduate, Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) (Required) or
  • Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)


Experience

  • 1 year Healthcare experience (Preferred)


Licenses and Certifications

  • License Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required) and
  • CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.

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Riverside Hospital