What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant/PTA position at Methodist Rehabilitation Center?
There are jobs—and then there are callings. The chance to do the kind of work that adds up to something meaningful. The opportunity to challenge yourself and learn new skills. To join a team that shares MRC’s mission to restore and enhance the lives of those we serve. This is the culture you can expect at MRC. Is that your calling? Come join us!
We have an immediate opening for a full time Physical Therapy Assistant to support our Inpatient Therapy Department.
BASIC FUNCTION
To treat individuals with neurological and orthopedic deficits under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
DUTIES
- Treats patients with dx of orthopedic, stroke, brain or spinal cord injuries
- Completes daily/weekly documentation
- Provides patient/family education, supervised treatment activities, discharge planning, quality improvement activities, customer relations
- Attends team conference
- Serves on interdisciplinary team
- Completes daily FIM scores
- The assistant has the authority to perform patient-care related activities and decision making authority to adjust treatment plans by consulting with a registered Physical Therapist
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
- Associate applied science degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
- Must have current PTA license.
- One year of related clinical experience is preferred.
WE OFFER
- Competitive pay
- A comprehensive, flexible, benefit package to all full-time employees (32 hours plus per week)
- Medical and dental coverage beginning the first of the month following 30 days of employment
- 403b Retirement
- Life insurance
METHODIST REHABILITATION CENTER
1350 E. Woodrow Wilson
Jackson, MS 39216
www.methodistonline.org
EOE
1350 E. Woodrow Wilson
Jackson, MS 39216
www.methodistonline.org
EOE
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