Physical Therapist Assistant

Sioux Center Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Location : Sioux Center, IA Worker Type : Regular Work Shift : Day Shift (United States of America)

Discover a Career of Faith and Healing : For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus' healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities.

A Career that You Will Love : There's no other way to say it : You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health.

A Chance to Make a Difference : Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture.

Sioux Center Health has been awarded Top Workplace honor by The Des Moines Register, and won Best of the Northwest in 12 healthcare categories. Sioux County also ranked #6 in the nation for being one of the Healthiest Communities according to U.S. News & World Report and CVS. There's a reason we are a recognized healthcare leader.

Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical treatment procedures to help improve mobility and relieve pain and disability caused by disease or injury under the direction of the Physical Therapist.

General Hours of Work

Primarily daytime hours

Education and / or Experience

Associate degree or equivalent from accredited physical therapy assistant school. Bi-lingual experience preferred but not required.

Certificate, Licenses, Registrations

IA Physical Therapist Assistant Certification required. Must obtain CPR certification within 3 months of hire date. This position requires a valid driver's license and must carry their own automobile liability insurance.

Essential Functions

Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist in all patient activities and supervises activities as assigned. Assists in initial assessment through data collection from a variety of sources such as patient records, interviews, observations, and team members. Implements treatment programs for individual patients by using selected activities, exercises, tasks, or modalities to promote and maintain health and to achieve patient goals. Modifies treatment programs as appropriate and necessary within the scope of the overall treatment plan and goals. Prepares written documentation and other reports as required. Assists with the identification of the need for adaptive equipment and training in order to help patients regain physical and cognitive functions. Works cooperatively with other hospital departments to ensure accurate and timely communication of patient needs. Maintains departmental policies and procedures and quality assurance programs. Assists with in-service programs to nursing staff regarding PT services as requested. Recommends and develop new services within the scope of hospital resources. Assists in the maintenance of department equipment and supplies. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward. The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444. Additional Notices : For TTY, dial 711 Avera is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer : Minority / Female / Disabled / Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.