• Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Health

    PeaceHealth (Vancouver, WA)


    Description

    PeaceHealth Home Health in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Health for a Part Time, 0.80 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $30.83 – $46.23. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

     

    *Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available*

    Job Summary

    Responsible for carrying out the physical therapy plan of care, toward patient-specific goals, under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Provides treatment to restore function, prevent disability and assist patients to achieve optimal levels of functional status. Provides oversight to students in following the plan-of-care and treatment of patients appropriate to the age of the patient served; provides supervision to therapy aides and volunteers. Works as part of a patient care team toward the best outcomes for the patient.

    What you will do:

    + Under the supervision of the physical therapist, provides skilled physical therapy services to patients and skilled education/instruction to patients and caregivers according to the plan of treatment.

    + Completes documentation accurately, timely, according to regulatory and state licensure requirements, and within professional standards.

    + Collaborates with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure smooth continuous care of the patients. May act as a liaison with nursing, medical and other therapy staffs to facilitate problem solving and coordination of other services and act as an educational resource.

    + Mentors and provides oversight to therapy aides. Provides clinical instruction and training to physical therapy assistant students.

    + Recommends and participates in development of new services and programs, quality improvement and monitoring activities.

    + Participates in staff meetings, patient care meetings, educational in-services, caregiver orientation and other professional activities.

    + Performs other duties as assigned.

    What you bring:

    + Associate degree Required: Physical Therapy Assistant accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education

    + Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support through American Heart Association or American Red Cross

    + Required: Physical Therapist Assistant License State of Washington

    + Required: Driver's License and proof of auto insurance

     

    PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

     

    See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

     

    For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

    REQNUMBER: 119300