Physical Therapist Assistant

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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Outpatient Therapy Clinic

Full-time: 1.0, Daytime hours will vary

The physical therapist assistant is responsible for carrying out treatment interventions/strategies established in the initial plan of care and under the guidance and direction of the supervising Licensed Physical Therapist.

• Assists Licensed Physical Therapist in patient treatments through implementation of modalities, exercise, ambulation, patient and family teaching, balance strategies, and activities of daily living.
• Carries out treatment plan and coordinates with patient, family, significant others and care team.
• Monitors patient's response and modifies treatment to achieve goals.
• Documents the results of patient's assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services
• Reviews and analyzes quality appropriateness of the physical therapy services delivered. Reports associated problems to supervisor as indicated.
• Understands and complies with billing and reimbursement procedures according to governmental and third party requirements. Follows through with accurate and ethical billing practices.
• Accepts responsibility for maintaining and developing personal and professional skills and knowledge related to the work area assigned.
• Shares new learning with peers to support the clinical skill and program development of peers
• Assists Licensed Physical Therapist in the oversight of Physical Therapist Assistant students or interns as assigned.

• Graduate from an accredited physical therapist assistant program
• One year of experience preferred.
• Clinical Internship preferred.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Iowa
• Must read, write, speak and comprehend English.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (written and orally) with people of diverse professional, educational and lifestyle backgrounds.