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Internal Number: 24019376rxv_18_5
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Baylor Scott & White
- Location: Lake Pointe Hospital - Rowlett, Texas
- Shift/Schedule: FT Day Position
JOB SUMMARY
The Physical Therapist 1 provides care to patients through evaluation, treatment planning, treatment implementation, patient education and discharge planning to maximize the patient's functional level.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
- Evaluates, treats and monitors patient. Modifies therapy program and goals.
- Performs thorough and concise clinical documentation in a timely manner. Enters charges accurately. Knows about reimbursement related to practice setting.
- Communicates effectively with patients and families, departmental coworkers and members of the medical care team. Provides education to patients, family and staff.
- Supervises ancillary staff, students and volunteers.
- Advances clinical skills through ongoing education, literature review and implementation of evidence-based practice.
- Dispenses knowledge to develop the clinical skills of colleagues. Adheres to organizational, national, and state regulatory guidelines.
- Maintains awareness of system goals. Aligns personal goals and work activities to uphold or impact the system goals.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Must possess problem solving skills of the type and at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
- Must possess good communication skills and be able to relate professionally and positively to patients, patient's family members and facility staff.
- Exhibits exceptional face-to-face synergy and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and coworkers.
- Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems and standard Rehabilitation equipment.
- High attention to detail in fast paced and dynamic environment.
- Ability to multitask effectively while maintaining a high level of productivity.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following.
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
QUALIFICATIONS- EDUCATION - Masters' or Bachelors plus 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Physical Therapist (PT)
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.