Physical Therapy Assistant

Overview

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our dynamic, inpatient post-acute setting at the University of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank! In collaboration with patients and families, the physical therapist assistant is responsible for providing safe and effective delivery of patient care within scope of practice under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Help patients at the Acute Rehab Center and Transitional Care Unit with a variety of diagnoses including neuro, cardiac, complex medical, ortho, oncology and others.

• PTA position in a lively, multidisciplinary team setting - frequently collaborate with multidisciplinary team including OT, SLP, Rehab Nursing, PA, PM&R, Psychology, etc.

• FTE 1.0, authorized for 80 hours per pay period

• Full benefits such as medical, HSA, dental insurance, vision insurance, 403b, PTO, Shift Differentials, health & wellbeing resources, paid for continuing education credits, and more!

M Health Fairview Rehabilitation offers a broad range of services that serve patients across 10 acute-care hospitals, 3 post-acute settings and 70 outpatient adult and pediatric therapy clinics. Consisting of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy as well as Audiology and Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab, our therapists collaborate with colleagues in all medical settings and offer dozens of specialty programs.

As an academic health system with residency and fellowship programs and a rehab-focused clinical quality team, we have a collaborative culture that is centered on learning with an emphasis on evidence based, patient-centered care.. Rehab's continuing education program offers 40+ continuing education courses per year at no cost to employees and further supports numerous external CE courses each year.

As a member of the M Health Fairview rehab team, you would have opportunities for formal mentorship, clinical specialization and further recognition and compensation through our clinical specialist program. As an industry leader in rehabilitative care with nationally recognized programs, our therapists play a critical role in helping patients reach their goals and live more fulfilling lives.

Responsibilities Job Description

Partners with patients and families to provide skilled intervention

Implements plan of care established by supervising physical therapist

Communicates with supervising physical therapist regarding recommendations for revision or update of plan of care and/or discharge

Coordinates care and communicates effectively with interdisciplinary team for all aspects of patient care

Alters treatment within the established plan of care to reflect change in patient status and response to treatment

Provides appropriate education to patient and/or caregiver

Documentation/Billing

Uses acceptable medical terminology

Follows professional practice standards

Completes documentation in a timely manner per department standards

Complies with department billing standards

Professional Expectations

Prioritizes tasks and patient care for effective time management

Understands and follows professional licensure/certification requirements

Directs team members and/or supervises students as designated

Pursues personal and professional development to support clinical best practice

Productivity

Meets or exceeds departmental standards for productivity

Identifies opportunities for process /quality improvement

Participates in and supports entity/system initiatives

Qualifications

Required

Current Minnesota Physical Therapist Assistant licensure

Active Minnesota Basic Life Support Certification

Preferred

1 year of experience

EEO Statement

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status