- Location
- Franciscan VNS Home Health And Hospice, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- Workday
Description
Once a Physical Therapist has evaluated a patient and determined the course of action, the Physical Therapist Assistant of Franciscan often takes charge. This job requires someone who is comfortable following and giving orders, and someone with a careful eye who can modify and ensure correct patient performance. It’s a hands-on, patient-focused job with big rewards as you watch your patients increase function and mobility.
WHO WE ARE
Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE- (Ask your Talent Acquisition Advisor if you are eligible for Sign-On Bonus)
Provide direct patient care to the patient under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, and compares with initial evaluation.
Follow interventions developed for both short- and long-term outcomes.
Teach appropriate treatment, procedures and supportive activities to patients and family members.
Communicate with patient, Physical Therapist, and Physician to contribute to a collaborative care plan.
Communicate changes in patient condition and resolves problem list with Physical Therapist based on care coordination.
Attend mandatory and clinical educational offerings.
Demonstrate knowledge of home health regulatory standards and policies of agency.
QUALIFICATIONS
Associate's Degree- Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program- Required
1 Year- Physical Therapist Assistant Experience- Required
1 Year- Home Healthcare Experience- Preferred
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)- State Licensing Board- Required
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)- American Heart Association- Required
Driver's License- Required
Auto Insurance- Required
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.
