Physical Therapy Assistant - Oklahoma City, OK, United States - Mercy

Description

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The Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Physical Therapist in the provision of physical therapy.

The incumbent shall perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist.

The incumbent documents patient progress notes. The incumbent shall safety and effectively provide physical therapy procedures as directed by their supervising Physical Therapist. Patients pain will be assessed and treated according to the departments pain management policy. It is the philosophy of Mercy Hospital to optimize patients' comfort while they are in the hospital.

The Physical Therapist Assistant shall provide technical assistance and direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinates the workload in the department as directed.

Current license to perform as a Physical Therapist Assistant from the Board of Physical Therapy in the applicable State of practice.

Experience:
Physical Therapist Assistant may be entry level.

Certifications:
American Heart Association Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification.
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period
We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
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Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position.