Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) at Avera Health summary: The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, following prescribed treatment plans and documenting patient progress. The role includes assisting with clinical education, scheduling, billing, and maintaining compliance with healthcare standards and regulations. This position requires an active PTA license, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform clinical and administrative tasks in a hospital setting.Location: Avera St Luke's HospitalWorker Type: RegularWork Shift: Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $25.00 - $37.50Position Highlights Eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonusYou Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewProvides direct patient care to all patients as well as documentation of care in accordance with policies and procedures under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. Follows directions and instructions for treatment and other tasks as directed by the Licensed Physical Therapist. Provides care in an effective and competent manner.What you will doFollows ethics and standards as defined by the American Physical Therapy Association and Avera policy and procedures. Follows the practices and standards per the State Board of Medical Examiners for the title of licensed physical therapy assistants. Provides treatments to patients in an efficient and timely manner in accordance with the PT plan of care and physician’s orders. Communicates with the therapist appropriately to ensure effective treatment. Produces appropriate, specific, clinical documentation for patient care given and assists with scheduling and paperwork associated with patient care. Documents progress notes in accordance with departmental policies. Charges patient appropriately for treatments given on a daily basis under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Assists with paperwork activities, files charts, and other duties, which may include and not be limited to billing, documentation, correspondence and file management. Assists with clinical education of physical therapist assistant students.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Physical Therapy Assistant - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon HirePreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Associate's in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program Less than 1 year Related experience and/or trainingExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community. Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then Some Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future. PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email totalent@avera.org.Keywords: Physical Therapy Assistant, PTA, Patient Care, Physical Therapy, Healthcare, Clinical Documentation, Licensed Physical Therapist Supervision, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Treatment, Hospital