Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant PTA - Full Time - Tualatin
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant PTA - Full Time - Tualatin
Job Description
To administer quality physical therapy services following treatment plans established by physical therapists to restore function, prevent disability and return patients to maximal potential.
Essential Responsibilities:- Delivers physical therapy treatments to patients ranging in age from geriatric to pediatric: provides and progresses treatment as per treatment plans, physician order, professional standards and departmental protocols.
- Teaches patient care classes and groups for specific disorders per physician order and departmental policies. May participate in patient care clinics per specialized training or continuing education (i.e. Amputee Clinic).
- Communicates outcomes to evaluating therapist, physicians and other health professionals. Complete all chart documentation as outlined by Kaiser Permanente and State License requirements. Demonstrate and practice efficient workflow using time management skills which allow for patient treatments, proficient use of computers and electronic tools (using short keys, smart sets and dot phrases).
- Performs duties in a professional manner demonstrating dependability, flexibility and team work. Maintains professional competency through continuing education, in-services, peer review and self-evaluation per departmental standards. Continuing education dependent on and specific to patient population treated. Participates in maintaining a clean, safe and organized environment. Performs other duties as requested.
Basic Qualifications: Experience
- N/A
- Graduate of accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program, basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology appropriate to PTA.
- Successful completion of clinical internships.
- High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
- Physical Therapist Assistant License (Oregon)
- Basic Life Support within 2 months of hire
- Basic skills in PT procedures and treatment, use of modalities (US, electrical stimulation, traction, etc), documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One (1) year of clinic experience in comparable setting.
- Knowledge base applicable to patient load at KSMC.
- Skills in group dynamics, leading classes.
To administer quality physical therapy services following treatment plans established by physical therapists to restore function, prevent disability and return patients to maximal potential.
Essential Responsibilities:- Delivers physical therapy treatments to patients ranging in age from geriatric to pediatric: provides and progresses treatment as per treatment plans, physician order, professional standards and departmental protocols.
- Teaches patient care classes and groups for specific disorders per physician order and departmental policies. May participate in patient care clinics per specialized training or continuing education (i.e. Amputee Clinic).
- Communicates outcomes to evaluating therapist, physicians and other health professionals. Complete all chart documentation as outlined by Kaiser Permanente and State License requirements. Demonstrate and practice efficient workflow using time management skills which allow for patient treatments, proficient use of computers and electronic tools (using short keys, smart sets and dot phrases).
- Performs duties in a professional manner demonstrating dependability, flexibility and team work. Maintains professional competency through continuing education, in-services, peer review and self-evaluation per departmental standards. Continuing education dependent on and specific to patient population treated. Participates in maintaining a clean, safe and organized environment. Performs other duties as requested.
Basic Qualifications: Experience
- N/A
- Graduate of accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program, basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology appropriate to PTA.
- Successful completion of clinical internships.
- High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
- Physical Therapist Assistant License (Oregon)
- Basic Life Support within 2 months of hire
- Basic skills in PT procedures and treatment, use of modalities (US, electrical stimulation, traction, etc), documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One (1) year of clinic experience in comparable setting.
- Knowledge base applicable to patient load at KSMC.
- Skills in group dynamics, leading classes.
About Kaiser Permanente
At Kaiser Permanente, we’re all focused on helping people and providing high-quality, affordable health care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve. Across our organization, we’re fiercely committed to our members, our mission, our communities, and each other. We know that each part of the Kaiser Permanente team is essential to our success. Together, we are more than 235,000 dedicated professionals working to advance Kaiser Permanente’s commitment to delivering a healthier tomorrow.
Driven by our collective passion at Kaiser Permanente, we strive to make health care more innovative and compassionate. With the wellness of our patients and our communities at heart, we work to revolutionize health and care from more than 650 locations in 8 states and D.C.
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