Offer summary

Qualifications:

Licensed in related field with a PTA license., High school diploma or GED required., CPR certification required., Previous clinical experience preferred..

Key responsibilities:

Assist physical therapists with patient care activities.

Maintain patient records and schedules.

Ensure proper maintenance and disinfection of department equipment.

Collaborate with department leadership on supplies and equipment needs.

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Washington Regional Med. Ctr. - Fayetteville, AR

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: Licensed in related field

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Therapy Services

Description

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values

Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for four consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.

Position Summary

The role of the Physical Therapist Assistant reports to the Physical Medicine Manager. This position is responsible for providing patient care under the supervision of licensed therapy staff.

Essential Position Responsibilities

Assist physical therapist with patient care, as directed
Assist with maintaining records and patient schedules
Maintain department equipment including moving, disinfecting, and partnering with leadership regarding repair needs
Partner with department leadership regarding maintenance of department supplies

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED, required.
Licensure and Certifications: PTA license and CPR, required.
Experience: Previous experience in a clinical setting, preferred.

Work Environment: This position will spend up to 80% of the time standing and/or walking whole pushing, pulling, lifting and/or carrying up to 50 lbs and 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment.