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Cape Fear Valley Health System
Senior Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant- Full Time Days
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What they do
A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$59,573 / year median in Kansas
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Facility Cape Fear Valley Medical Center Location Fayetteville, North Carolina Department Physical Therapy Job Family Allied Health Work Shift Days (United States of America) Summary Treats patients referred for Physical Therapy services. Works as an effective Team member that contributes work efforts towards the improvement of quality patient care. Major Job Functions The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time: Recognizes, selects, and utilizes effective methods of verbal and non-verbal interactions based on the age of the patient Develops and modifies goals and treatment plans in collaboration with the physical therapist Delivers various therapeutic interventions accurately and effectively Delegates and monitors aspects of care to appropriate PT personnel Coordinates the delivery of physical therapy services Documents services delivered clearly, concisely, and accurately Accurately records and submits patient related charges for patient billing and departmental productivity Efficiently utilizes resources of human, equipment and supplies Authorized to have access to medications within their scope of practice Serves as an administrative and clinical resource to all inter and intra-departmental personnel Serves as a Clinical Instructor for physical therapy assistant students Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:
Education and Formal Training :
Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an APTA accredited academic institution Current North Carolina license to practice physical therapyWork Experience :
2 years of experience as a PTA requiredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language Ability to effectively apply knowledge and skills learned Effective problem solving skills Strong interpersonal skills which requires the ability to quickly assess situations and appropriately respond in a timely manner Ability to understand roles as defined and work within a Team-oriented environmentPhysical Requirements :
Ability to communicate orally, read, write, hear, and visually assess patient status Ability to utilize proper body mechanics when examining or delivering care Ability to transfer and transport patients of various body weight and composition Ability to stand, bend, stoop, lift, turn, twist, sit, and walk frequently Ability to demonstrate proper use of and manipulate equipment Required Licenses and CertificationsLPTA - NC
Board Physical Therapy Examiners Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityBenefits
- Dental Insurance