Physical Therapist Assistant
Salary: $35 - $40 per hour
Location:
Billings, MTMinimum Degree: Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association accredited program
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Responsibilities:- Administer Treatment Plans: Implement physical therapy treatment plans as developed by the Physical therapist.
- Therapeutic Exercises: Provide non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage, traction, and various modalities (heat, light, cold, water, and electrical) to
- Patient Care: Accurately document daily, weekly, or monthly records of patient care and submit clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
- Educational Participation: Attend educational meetings and coordinate and contribute to department in-services.
- Report Issues: Notify the Physical Therapist or Executive Director of equipment failures, supply shortages, staff or patient changes, and other departmental issues.
- Scheduling and Office Tasks: Schedule patients and perform various office tasks.
- Infection Control: Apply infection control and universal precautions principles during patient care activities.
- Clinical Assignments: Accept clinical assignments that match education and competence levels.
- Promote Compliance: Promote compliance with fiscal intermediaries and third-party payors through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.
Required Experience/Skills:
Current state license to practice Physical Therapy. Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation. Current CPR certification
