***Urgent Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient opening in Artesia, NM***
Primarily Outpatient with minimal inpatient float
Job Summary: Physical therapy services are provided in response to a physician’s referral and physical therapist’s plan of care, in accordance with the laws governing the state of New Mexico, and within the scope of the therapist assistant’s training, knowledge, and experience. This may include, but is not limited to, treatment of functional mobility, motor function, muscular strengthening, sensation, wounds, ambulation, balance, social, and environmental needs. Direct patient care is provided to individuals of all ages, as his or her caseload demands. Physical therapist assistants will assist in coordinating and providing patient and family education, and execute effective physical therapy services as appropriate. Therapist assistants will consult and coordinate with interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive treatment. The employee will participate in educational programs, quality improvement, and program development. Non-patient responsibilities are to be completed as assigned. Therapist assistants will pursue continued education opportunities and educational goals in addition to assisting with the marketing of physical therapy services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
· May be required to work occasional weekends
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES:
Basic computer
· Ability to efficiently schedule and perform patient care independently
MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year
Schedule:
License/Certification:
Ability to Relocate:
Work Location: In person
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