Physical Therapy Assistant - Full Time

Pontotoc
ACUTE PHYSICAL THERAPY
Full Time - Day

Posting Description

At North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to “continuously improve the health of the people of our region.” Our vision is to “provide the best patient and family-centered care and health services in America.” We believe that fulfilling our mission and vision calls us to embrace the best people that form incredible connections to our patients and families.  We take pride in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives, and your passions. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting your passion with a purpose. When you are part of our team, you know what connected feels like.   #WhatConnectsYou

Job Description

 **Supervisory:** * Delegates authority to Rehabilitation Technicians. **Clinical:** * Maintains productivity level at department target * Effectively carry out treatment plan established by licensed Physical Therapist * Remains competent in the following areas: Modalities such as heat, cold, ultrasound, and electrotherapy, Therapeutic exercise, Gait training, Wheelchair transfers * Attends and provides continuing education in-servicing * Serves as mentor for new employee(s) or volunteers * Serves as clinical instructor for PTA students after one year of experience as a clinician * Completes documentation according to all regulations and in a timely manner **Budget:** * Remains within monthly budget when ordering equipment and supplies * Charges patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment and equipment **Other:** * Must be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes  **Clinical:** * Maintains productivity level at department target * Effectively carry out treatment plan established by licensed Physical Therapist * Remains competent in the following areas: Modalities such as heat, cold, ultrasound, and electrotherapy, Therapeutic exercise, Gait training, Wheelchair transfers * Attends and provides continuing education in-servicing * Serves as mentor for new employee(s) or volunteers * Serves as clinical instructor for PTA students after one year of experience as a clinician * Completes documentation according to all regulations and in a timely manner **Budget:** * Remains within monthly budget when ordering equipment and supplies * Charges patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment and equipment **Other:** * Must be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes **Requirements:** * Must have at least an Associate’s Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program * Must hold a current Mississippi License * Must be certified in CPR * Must demonstrate competency in assessment and treatment of the following areas where applicable: Neonates/Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics

Requirements:

Licenses

You must have the following licenses to apply:
Physical Therapist Assistant

Education

You must have the following education to apply:
Associates