Physical Therapist Assistant

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

Certificate of Authority for Indirect Supervision from Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy required.

This position functions as a member of the professional staff, providing coordinated physical therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers the physical therapy treatment plan as developed by the LPT.
• Facilitates the patient’s ROM, strength, coordination, use of assistive equipment, functional mobility and safety as related to patients’ ADL performance needs under the supervision of the LPT.
• Communicates with the Therapy Supervisor, Patient Care Manager, and appropriate staff in order to plan total patient and family care. Confers with OT, nursing staff, SLP, MSW and HHA’s in planning rehabilitation for the patient.
• Observes, records and reports patient’s response to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition to physician and/or clinical supervisor.
• Documentation is timely, accurate, legible and in compliance with the agency policy and directives.
• Documents the effectiveness and outcomes of care on an ongoing basis and makes revisions as needed.
• Plans for discharge as appropriate in conjunction with the LPT.
• Instructs other health team personnel, when appropriate, in certain areas of physical therapy, including activities of daily living, in which they may work with the patients. This includes the patient and family members.
• Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
• Provides orientation to new orientees related to scope of practice.
• Uses own transportation to provide services: Must have and maintain valid PA or NJ Driver’s License; Must have and maintain a good driving record accepted by the Network insurance carrier; Must have and maintain motor vehicle insurance with the minimum requirements established by PA or NJ; Must obey and adhere to all motor vehicle regulations and laws while operating vehicle; Must perform routine maintenance on vehicle.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to sit for up to ninety minutes at a time.  Be able to tolerate standing for thirty to forty-five minutes consecutively.  Must be able to use hands/fingers to manipulate dials on machines.  Must have the ability to lift/move patients up to 300 lbs., push/pull patients weighing up to 300 lbs.  Must have the ability to frequently stoop/bend, squat, crouch, kneel and reach above shoulder level.  Must be capable of tactile sensation as it relates to feeling for muscle spasms, texture and skin temperature.  Must have the ability to hear as it relates to normal conversation and ability to hear call bells.  Must be capable of seeing as it relates to general vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION:

A Certified Physical Therapist Assistant is a graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

One to two years of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant, preferred.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.  Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.  Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.  It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.  Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.