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Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapy Assistant, Full Time Day, Clackamas

Kaiser

Clackamas, OR
4 days ago

Job Description

Join Kaiser as a Full-time Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapy Assistant, where you will deliver quality physical therapy services, support patient recovery, and work collaboratively with a dedicated healthcare team to enhance patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver physical therapy treatments to patients of all ages
  • Teach patient care classes and groups for specific disorders
  • Communicate outcomes to evaluating therapist and other health professionals
  • Complete all chart documentation as required
  • Demonstrate efficient workflow and teamwork
  • Maintain professional competency through continuing education
  • Participate in maintaining a clean and organized environment
  • Perform other duties as requested

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology appropriate to PTA
  • Successful completion of clinical internships
  • High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
  • Physical Therapy Assistant License (in the state where care is provided)
  • Basic Life Support within 2 months of hire
  • Basic skills in PT procedures and treatment
  • Documentation skills
  • CPR certified

Preferred Qualifications

  • One (1) year of clinic experience in comparable setting
  • Knowledge base applicable to patient load at KSMC
  • Skills in group dynamics, leading classes