Physical Therapist Assistant - Acute Therapy - PeaceHealth

**Description** PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $28.79 - $45.32. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc. **Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available** **Job Summary** Responsible for carrying out the physical therapy plan of care, toward patient-specific goals, under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Provides treatment to restore function, prevent disability and assist patients to achieve optimal levels of functional status. Provides oversight to students in following the plan-of-care and treatment of patients appropriate to the age of the patient served; provides supervision to therapy aides and volunteers. Works as part of a patient care team toward the best outcomes for the patient. **Details of position:** + Under the supervision of the physical therapist, provides skilled physical therapy services to patients and skilled education/instruction to patients and caregivers according to the plan of treatment. + Completes documentation accurately, timely, according to regulatory and state licensure requirements, and within professional standards. + Collaborates with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure smooth continuous care of the patients. May act as a liaison with nursing, medical and other therapy staffs to facilitate problem solving and coordination of other services and act as an educational resource. + Mentors and provides oversight to therapy aides. Provides clinical instruction and training to physical therapy assistant students. + Recommends and participates in development of new services and programs, quality improvement and monitoring activities. + Participates in staff meetings, patient care meetings, educational in-services, caregiver orientation and other professional activities. + Performs other duties as assigned. **What you bring:** + Associate Degree Required: Physical Therapy Assistant. accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education + Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support issued through the American Heart Association or American Red Cros + Required: Current Physical Therapy Assistant license from the State of Washington Physical Therapy Licensing Board PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws. **PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.** REQNUMBER: 85495