Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute - OKC

Mercy
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Full-time

We’re a Little Different Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart.

Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its Top 100 Places to Work. Overview : The Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Physical Therapist in the provision of physical therapy.

The incumbent shall perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist.

The Physical Therapist Assistant may modify a specific treatment procedure in accordance with changes in patient status within the scope of the Physical Therapist's established treatment plan.

The incumbent documents patient progress notes. The incumbent shall safety and effectively provide physical therapy procedures as directed by their supervising Physical Therapist.

The incumbent shall address appropriately the age specific needs for all patients. The incumbent will treat patients and families with respect and dignity.

Patients pain will be assessed and treated according to the departments pain management policy. It is the philosophy of Mercy Hospital to optimize patients' comfort while they are in the hospital.

The incumbent will identify and report any patient safety issue when identified. The Physical Therapist Assistant shall provide technical assistance and direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinates the workload in the department as directed.

Qualifications : Education : Associate degree Licensure : Current license to perform as a Physical Therapist Assistant from the Board of Physical Therapy in the applicable State of practice.

Experience : Physical Therapist Assistant may be entry level. Certifications : American Heart Association Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification.

We Offer Great Benefits : Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period! We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures.

We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all. What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy? Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us.

Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care that’s just part of our commitment.

If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply. Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position.

The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

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