No more applications are being accepted for this job
- Carry out a program of corrective exercise and treatment for assigned patients, as directed by the physical therapist. Under supervision, administer such treatment as exercise, weight training, massage, whirlpool, hot packs, diathermy, ultrasound, paraffin, ice packs and traction.
- Instruct patients on segments of the program including proper use of wheelchairs, crutches, braces, and prosthetic appliances and devices.
- Administer traction to relieve neck and back pain, using intermittent and static traction equipment. Instruct, motivate, and assist patients to learn and improve functional activities.
- Observe patients during treatments, compile, and evaluate data on patients' responses to treatments and progress and report orally or in writing to the physical therapist.
- Fit patients for, adjust, and train patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
- Confer with members of the physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
- Coordinate with other departments and the clinic staff to provide complete care to patients.
- Other duties as identified in the Performance Work Statement and/or assigned Advancia Aeronautics executive management
- Degree: Associates Degree.
- Education: Graduate from a college or university accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
- Experience: One year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant after graduation.
- License: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a physical therapy assistant or possess current certification as a physical therapy assistant/technician as determined by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Physical therapist Assistant as required.
- Proficient with technology, Electronic Health Records and Microsoft Office's Suite of products; ability to type minimum 40 WPM
- Must be able to speak, read, and write in English to effectively communicate
- Shall have current certification American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers or American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course (Web-based classes do not meet this requirement)
- Work location is at the 82nd Medical Group; travel may be required for training or to provide services per government request
Physical Therapist Assistant - Wichita Falls, United States - Potawatomi Federal Solutions
![Default job background](https://contents.bebee.com/public/img/bg-user-ex-1.jpg)
Description
Position Title: Physical Therapist AssistantDivision: AA
Location: Wichita Falls (Sheppard AFB), TX
Employment Class: Full Time Regular
Position Summary
The 82d Medical Group, Sheppard AFB, TX, provides healthcare services to an estimated 19.5K Government beneficiaries and has a requirement for a high-quality Physical Therapist Assistant to provide services supporting patients at the military Medical Treatment Facility.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities