Physical Therapist Assistant

@ Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital
Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospitalsamaritanpacificcommunitieshospital.com

Physical Therapist Assistant

Newport, Oregon
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About the job

At Samaritan, we evaluate and treat patients with injuries or conditions affecting mobility, offering specialized rehab services to improve function and independence.

Requirements

  • Oregon PTA license
  • BLS certification
  • Ability to support rehab services
  • Strong communication skills
  • Teamwork and time management

Qualifications

  • Current unencumbered license
  • Healthcare Provider BLS required

Full job description

  • JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
    • Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, administers physical therapy services and performs related duties. Provides technical support for the effective and efficient delivery of therapy services.
  • DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
    • The Rehabilitation teams at Samaritan evaluate and treat patients with injuries or conditions that have caused either a decline in physical mobility or functional independence. We offer a variety of specialized services including orthopedic rehab, neurological and stroke rehab, balance and dizziness rehab and chronic pain treatment with the use of movement. The main goal is return to function and community activities.
  • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
    • Current unencumbered Oregon Physical Therapist Assistant license required.
    • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
  • KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
    • Therapy and Counseling - Possess the skills and knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and cognitive conditions. Ability to provide counseling and guidance.
    • Business Writing - Strong business writing skills, including the ability to professionally communicate clinical content in written documentation that is easily understood by the end user.
    • Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
    • Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
    • Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    • Rarely
      (1 - 10% of the time)

      Occasionally
      (11 - 33% of the time)

      Frequently
      (34 - 66% of the time)

      Continually
      (67 - 100% of the time)

      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 60 or more Lbs
      CRAWL (hands & knees)
      ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY

      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 60 or more Lbs
      SIT
      WALK - INCLINE
      CLIMB - STAIRS
      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs
      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 - 40 Lbs
      LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
      CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
      CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
      SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
      KNEEL (on knees)
      ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
      ROTATE TRUNK Standing
      REACH - Upward
      PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
      PULL (20-40 pounds force)

      WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
      STAND
      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
      CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
      BEND FORWARD at waist
      REACH - Forward
      MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
      FINGER DEXTERITY
      PINCH Fingers
      GRASP Hand/Fist
      PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
      PULL (0-20 pounds force)

      None specified
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