What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA Acute Care position at OU Medical Center?
Position Title: Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA Acute Care Department: Adult Rehab Services Job Description: General Description: Under direct supervision of a Physical Therapist, carries out treatment plan developed by Physical Therapist in accordance with physician’s orders. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Provides supervised treatments indicated by the Physical Therapist, using such modalities as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, hot and/or cold packs Assists with patient transfers, exercise, walking, etc. Provides therapist with input concerning effectiveness of treatments, adjustments needed to the treatment plan to accommodate patient, adverse reactions, etc. Makes appropriate documentation in chart concerning progress and cosigned by licensed Physical Therapist Administers motorized traction to relieve neck and back pain General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: Associates degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Experience: None. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current license from the State of Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Eligible to sit for state license and must obtain license within six (6) months of hire. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles, methods, practices, techniques, equipment and procedures used in physical therapy. Knowledge of equipment and the ability to adjust equipment to suite patient’s needs. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and excellent communication skills in guiding patients to assume responsibility for their treatment and development. Ability to prioritize work. Knowledge of computers. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.
