What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at Garfield County Public Hospital District No.1?
Garfield County Hospital District is seeking a temporary Physical Therapy Assistant starting as soon as possible, with the expectation the appointment will end mid- to end of July. This position would be Monday through Thursday, from 7:00am to 4:00pm.
This position will work under the direction of and as an assistant to the Physical Therapist.
Duties Include but Are Not Limited To:
- Administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage and heat, light, sound, water and electrical modality treatments.
- Administers traction to relieve neck pain.
- Instructs, motivates and assists patients how to improve functional activities such as pre-ambulation, transfer, ambulation and daily living activities.
- Observes patients during treatment and evaluates data on patients' responses to treatments and progress
- Fits patients for/adjusts and trains patients in use and care of orthopedic braces, prosthesis and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers and wheelchairs.
- Confers with team members to evaluate and discuss patient information for planning, modifying and coordinating treatment plans.
To Perform This Job Successfully:
The right candidate will have a current state of Washington Physical Therapy Assistant License, be familiar with calendaring programs, and Employee Health Records Systems.
Why GCHD?
GCHD is a 25-swing bed critical access hospital that serves Pomeroy Washington and surrounding areas. We offer an emergency room, laboratory and imaging, along with a medical clinic. Our staff is dedicated and compassionate about caring for our residents. We value caring, accountability, reliability and encouragement.
GCHD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, GCHD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
GCHD expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of GCHD employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Salary : $40 - $60
