West River Health Services
Location
Hettinger, North Dakota
Salary
$22 - $27 / HOUR
Administer physical therapy treatments and modalities under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to restore patient functioning. Participate in departmental operational aspects and continuous quality improvement activities.
Requires an associate degree from an APTA-approved school and current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant. Must hold a current BLS certification.
Responsible for administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff Physical Therapist. Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the staff Physical Therapist, after the Physical Therapist has evaluated the patient. The Physical Therapy Assistant assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The Physical Therapy Assistant participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities.