- Location
- IN - Lafayette, United States of America · IN - Rensselaer
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- Workday
Description
The Physical Therapy Assistant I is responsible to the Department Director and supervising Physical Therapist, to provide treatment to the patient prescribed by the physician within the guidelines of the Physical Therapy Practice Act, and hospital and departmental policies and procedures. This position implements the plan of care to restore and enhance performance. This position also performs documentation and quality improvement, as outlined in departmental policies and procedures.
New Grads Welcome
Physical Therapy Assistants Full time & PRN available Inpatient & Outpatient settings
Current Openings by Location
Franciscan Health Lafayette East 1701 S. Creasy Ln Lafayette, IN
Franciscan Physicians Medical Center 917 Sagamore Parkway W West Lafayette, IN
Franciscan Health Rensselaer 1104 E Grace St Rensselaer, IN
Sign on Bonus available (Ask Talent Acquisition Advisor if eligible for Sign-on Bonus)
WHO WE ARE
With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- Patient Care Implements components of established care plan utilizing clinical techniques and amassed skill to provide treatment.
- Patient Evaluation Critically observes patients during treatment to assess patient's tolerance and response.
- Treatment Plans Adapts plan of care to attain desired functional outcome with therapists' input/awareness.
- Patient Education Instructs and educates patients and families in appropriate exercise and self-care management.
- Area Maintenance Maintains work area. Checks and stores equipment after use.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Required Associate's Degree
- 1 year Physical Therapy Preferred
- Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - .
- Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.
Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.
Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.
