Physical Therapy Assistant – Casual
Ridgeview Medical Center
Purpose of Job This casual position is responsible for carrying out programs and treatment, or portions thereof, as planned with a Physical Therapist. Job Functions Performs treatment, documents care, and discharges client cases according to RMC and professional standards. Provides current and quality treatment, utilizing Ridgeview and professional resources to promote continued quality care. Communicates with patient, health care providers, insurer and others to ensure that patient needs are addressed. Exhibits working knowledge of hours of operation, customer base, department operations, visit procedures and chart audit procedures. Understands and uses reimbursement and regulatory guidelines for care and environment. Understands and uses patient and agency operations followingHome Healthpolicy and guidelines. Provides professional and courteous customer service to internal and external customers. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Education/Work Experience Associate degree in physical therapy assistant from APTA accredited program Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work independently and organize tasks Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above Ability to exhibit flexibility, self-control and maturity in work and behavior Ability to promoteHome Healthservices Ability to flex schedule with or without prior notification in order to meet customer needs Ability to serve patients in a friendly and efficient manner Knowledge of basic computer functions and Microsoft Office applications Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations Ability to work autonomously and as a team Capable of making independent decisions with the use of good critical thinking and problem solving skills Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above License/Certifications Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, valid in Minnesota Current Healthcare Provider CPR Certification Valid MN drivers license, car insurance, and meets Ridgeviews insurabilityrequirements Link to Employee Health Physical Demands #LI-RR1 Ridgeview Medical Center will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, union membership, creed, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status with regards to public assistance, membership in a local human rights commission, or any other category that may be protected by law.