Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant jobs in Spokane, WA
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant assists one or more physical therapists in evaluations, tests, and treatments of patients. Prepares patients and equipment for therapy and implements treatment plans as instructed, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment. Being a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant records patient's reaction to treatment and provides status reports at the end of each treatment to the physical therapist. Requires an associate degree. Additionally, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant requires State physical therapist assistant license. Typically reports to a physical therapist. Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Physical Therapist Assistant
- Orthopedic Physical Therapy Institute
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Coeur d’Alene, ID
FULL_TIME
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Job Description
OPTI is a busy outpatient orthopedic clinic in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, ID. We are looking for a motivated orthopedic Physical therapist Assistant to join our team. Here at OPTI we provide a collaborative team environment, delivering the most up-to-date evidence based treatment and interventions to our patients. We strive to give our best every day, so that each patient has an excellent experience every time they come to the clinic.
Job Description
This licensed, professional position is responsible for following the primary physical therapists plan of care for patients in accordance with established clinical policies while maintaining the highest degree of quality care. As a member of the patient’s health care team, the Physical Therapist Assistant assumes responsibility for communication of patient related issues with appropriate team members and/or other clinic staff. Physical Therapist Assistant contributes to the growth of the clinic through various relationship-building efforts by providing excellent service to all customers.
Essential Functions and Key Position Responsibilities
- Must have an appropriate current state license to practice as a Physical Therapist assistant and maintain current CPR certification.
- Demonstrates competency in providing quality physical therapy services to a wide variety of patients including intervention, education, treatment, related documentation and communication.
- Demonstrates competency with identification of medical, social, and emotional factors influencing patient’s status and appropriately and promptly communicates with primary physical therapist about any unexpected changes in progress.
- Documents all treatment and coordination of care contacts via appropriate facility policies. Completes documentation (including daily notes and status reports to referral sources) accurately and timely (per clinic policies) and reflects good clinical practice as well as appropriate billing and reimbursement requirements.
- Demonstrates an ability to treat a wide range of diagnoses and be knowledgeable in current therapy treatments, goals and contraindications for treatment. Seeks consultation, mentorship and/or continuing education when appropriate and to build skills.
- Provides education and counseling to patient/family regarding treatments and goals, potential safety risks and/or other issues within scope of practice. Teaches home exercise programs and compensatory techniques or skills for reaching individually stated therapy goals. Adheres to company policy relative to development of home exercise programs.
- Responds to urgent client needs by prioritizing and triaging treatments. Communicates schedule and work plan to Front Office Coordinator, Clinic Director and other team members as appropriate. Must be able to meet clinic productivity standards.
- Responsible for completing continuing education coursework dictated by OPTI and state licensing requirements.
- Attends required team meetings and participates in clinic program planning and policy discussions as appropriate.
- Must contribute to the growth and revenue generation of the clinic through marketing and other relationship building efforts (e.g. referral generation, community events, etc).
- Complies with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and requirements, as well as, facility/agency specific policies and procedures.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient demographic, medical, company and other information. Ensures proper handling, retention and disposal of confidential documents and adheres to all HIPAA rules and regulations.
- Complies with company standards in patient outcomes reporting and maintains an acceptable level of (clinical and patient satisfaction) outcomes performance.
- Adheres to all policies and procedures including regulatory requirements with regard to infection control, practicing universal precautions, sanitation, and safety and disaster preparedness.
- Supports special projects and other designated activities as assigned in support of OPTI’s mission and core values.
- Evaluates, recommends, and assists in obtaining adaptive equipment as needed. Adapts equipment and techniques for use in the home setting to assure optimum function and safety.
- Engages in the learning organization aspect of OPTI. This may be through, but is not limited to, involvement in clinical education activities, development and advancement of a personal education plan, and/or pursuing specialization in orthopedic or sports physical therapy.
- If applicable, instructs on and supervises aide programs to be carried out by the aide according to the aide training workbook. Instructs others in the techniques in order to reach goals.
Minimum Qualifications
Associates degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant from an institution accredited by Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Licensure Qualifications/Requirements
Current Idaho State Physical Therapist Assistant License
Current CPR certification
Interpersonal Skills
Demonstrates understanding of and practices the principles of effective teamwork, including
maintaining positive, collaborative, and constructive interpersonal relationships.
Therapy Skills
Knowledge of relevant rehabilitation therapy techniques and procedures in respective discipline.
Work Prioritization/Flexibility/Adaptability
- Demonstrates ability to prioritize work assignments and meet productivity and quality standards.
- Adapts easily to changes in work assignments and environment and is willing to assume additional responsibility and learn new procedures.
- Effective organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to be flexible with schedule as position may occasionally require extra hours including evenings
- Maintains excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects at one time. Must be self motivated and possess the ability to work independently in a collaborative setting.
Computer/Office Skills
- Ability to use standard office equipment including personal computers, telephones, copiers and fax machines.
- Basic proficiency with MS Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook required.
- Prefers experience with electronic documentation software and literature search engines
- 8 Days Ago
Physical Therapist Assistant
- Columbia Physical Therapy
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Moses Lake, WA
FULL_TIME
- Job descriptionHow about having it all? Premium wages, new state of the art clinic with large aquatic therapy pool, mentoring by PTs with over 40 years of combined experience, and the best life/work b...
- 25 Days Ago
Physical Therapist Assistant
- Pinnacle Physical Therapy - Post Falls
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Falls, ID
FULL_TIME
- Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation Paid Time Off Career Growth Opportunities Paid Holidays Job SummaryWe are looking for an enthusiastic educated and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to help...
- 5 Days Ago
Physical Therapist
- Peak Physical Therapy P.C.
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Orofino, ID
FULL_TIME
- OverviewPeak Physical Theraphy is a member of the Confluent Health family of physical and occupational therapy companies that is transforming healthcare by developing and educating today’s highly effe...
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Physical Therapist
- Columbia Physical Therapy
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Moses Lake, WA
FULL_TIME
- Job descriptionHow about having it all? Premium wages, new state of the art clinic with large aquatic therapy pool, mentoring by PTs with over 40 years of combined experience, and the best life/work b...
- 25 Days Ago
Physical Therapist
- Peak Physical Therapy P.C.
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Lewiston, ID
FULL_TIME
- Overview Peak Physical Therapy is a member of the Confluent Health family of physical and occupational therapy companies that is transforming healthcare by developing and educating today’s highly effe...
- 27 Days Ago
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Behavioral Health Technician
- Spokane Treatment and Recovery Services
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Spokane, WA
- Job Description Job Description ***THIS POSITION MAY BE FOR THE WOMEN'S RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT FACILITY IN NORTH SPOKANE,...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Supervisor - Wraparound w/ Intensive Service (WISe) Program
- Frontier Behavioral Health
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Spokane, WA
- Frontier Behavioral Health's presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute Care
- Providence Health & Services
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Spokane, WA
- Job Description Providence is offering up to $7,500 Hiring Bonus for eligible external hires that meet required qualific...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,705 per week
- Hiring Now!
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Spokane, WA
- GLC On-The-Go is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Spokane, Washington. Job Description & ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physician Assistant
- Spine Team Spokane
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Spokane, WA
- Company Description Spine Team Spokane is an Interventional Pain Management clinic with two locations in Spokane, WA. Ou...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Rehabilitation (Relocate to Oregon)
- Reliant Rehabilitation Careers
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Spokane, WA
- Overview:Must be a license PT, OT, SLP, COTA or PTA to apply.When you join Reliants therapy team, you join a team that m...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- IVA'AL Solutions, LLC
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Spokane, WA
- ** LOCATION - FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE (AFB) Description IVA’AL Solutions, LLC provides support to the Air Force (AF) Fa...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physical Therapist - Travel Contract
- Jackson Therapy Partners
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Spokane, WA
- We're seeking a full time Physical Therapist to provide expert physical therapy to patients with injuries or illnesses t...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Spokane, Washington
Spokane (/ˌspoʊˈkæn/ (listen) spoh-KAN) is a city in Spokane County in the state of Washington in the northwestern United States. It is located on the Spokane River west of the Rocky Mountain foothills in eastern Washington, 92 miles (148 km) south of the Canada–US border, 18 miles (30 km) from the Washington–Idaho border, and 228 miles (367 km) east of Seattle along Interstate 90.
Known as the birthplace of Father's Day, Spokane's official nickname is the "Lilac City". A pink, double flower lilac variety known as 'Syringa Spokane' is named for the city. It is the seat of Spokane County and th...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant jobs
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