Physical Therapy Assistant

INTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit health system has a great opportunity for a PTA in Ponca City, OK. In this position, you’ll be a part of our INTEGRIS Health Ponca City Outpatient Rehab team providing exceptional work supporting the INTEGRIS Health caregivers and the community at large. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today and learn more about our recently enhanced benefits package for all eligible caregivers such as, front loaded PTO, 100% INTEGRIS Health paid short term disability, increased retirement match, and  paid family leave. We invite you to join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health. ​

Maintains proficiency as a Physical Therapist Assistant for patient care, meeting the performance requirements of a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant for the State of Oklahoma. Assumes care, manages and coordinates patient treatment as directed by the attending physical therapist and the referring physician. Performs other duties as assigned. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires. INTEGRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.

• Graduate of accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program; Associate Degree in Applied Science required. 
• Current Oklahoma Physical Therapy Assistant license OR be eligible for license in the state of Oklahoma AND able to practice under the Oklahoma Physical Therapy Practice Act. Must have completed licensure by 6 months after initial temporary license is issued. (Must present letter/permit proving eligibility upon hire.) 
• No experience required for entry-level position; one year preferred for employee to be able to treat home health patients. 
• Current CPR certification required.
• Current driver's license issued in the State of Oklahoma, current auto insurance, acceptable driving record and access to reliable transportation.

• Administers Physical Therapy treatments/procedures/modalities in accordance with plan of care developed by the Physical Therapist within the scope of the Physical Therapist Assistant. 
• Works with client/caregiver, physician and physical therapist to achieve optimal level of functioning of client. 
• Reports directly to Physical Therapist and Care Manager assigned to client. Reports to Clinical/Case Manager. This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information. Job conditions may require high exposure to hazardous risks, including potential for exposure to infections, communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment and chemicals. Potential exists for bodily injury related to job duties and/or incidents or workplace violence. May be exposed to constant interruptions, noise and disagreeable odors. May be exposed to weather conditions. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.