Physical Therapy Assistant at UnityPoint Health

Sioux City, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Communication, Documentation, Clinical Excellence, Quality of Care, Team Collaboration, Teaching, Monitoring, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Professional Development, Supervision, Exercise Implementation, Ambulation, Balance Strategies, Activities of Daily Living

Industry

Description

Overview Physical Therapy Assistant Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM Sioux City, IA Full Time Benefits The PACE Physical Therapist Assistant functions as an integral part of the PACE Therapy team and has responsibility for treating participants requiring services associated with physical therapy. The Physical Therapist Assistant is expected to communicate with the therapist and other members of the PACE IDT regarding the participants treatment and progress and deliver service in collaboration with the policies and procedures governing the delivery of patient care by the PACE Team Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Patient Care• Assists Licensed Physical Therapist in patient treatments through implementation of modalities, exercise, ambulation, patient and family teaching, balance strategies, and activities of daily living.• Carries out treatment plan and coordinates with patient, family, significant others and care team. Monitors patient’s response and modifies treatment to achieve goals. • Documents the results of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services• Reviews and analyzes quality appropriateness of the physical therapy services delivered. Reports associated problems to supervisor as indicated.• Works within Supervsion guidelines of Physical Therapist Assistant in accordance with state licensure laws. Clinical Excellence• Accepts responsibility for maintaining and developing personal and professional skills and knowledge related to the work area assigned. • Shares new learning with peers to support the clinical skill and program development of peers.Quality of Care• Assists Licensed Physical Therapist in the oversight of Physical Therapist Assistant students or interns as assigned. Qualifications Education Graduate from an accredited physical therapist assistant program License(s)/Certification(s) Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Iowa Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons Valid auto insurance Knowledge/Skills/Abilities • Must read, write, speak and comprehend English.• Must be able to communicate effectively (written and orally) with people of diverse professional, educational and lifestyle backgrounds.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapy Assistant assists the Licensed Physical Therapist in implementing treatment plans and monitoring patient progress. They are responsible for documenting patient assessments and modifying treatments as necessary.