PTA Acute Care Hospital

Physical Therapist Assistant Inpatient

Froedtert South, Inc. Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital Pleasant Prairie, WI Rehabilitation Full-time, Days, 80 Req # 25

Position Purpose

Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, carries out all therapeutic modalities or treatment programs planned by the Therapist. Identifies and communicates treatment programs planned by the Therapist. Identifies and communicates treatment responses and/or difficulties to the Therapist. Progresses and alters the treatment programs as education directs.

Minimum Education Required

Associate Degree in: Physical Therapy Assistant

Minimum Experience Required

Entry Level

Licenses / Certifications Required

Valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Wisconsin and/or Illinois based on job assignment location. Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or the ability to obtain certification within 6 weeks of hire. Valid licensure to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Wisconsin

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Ability to read, write, hear, speak and comprehend the English language.

Principal Responsibilities And Essential Duties

Follows treatment plan as outlined by licensed Physical Therapist. Transfers patients as needed for therapy. Performs patient/family teaching. Communicates with Physical Therapist in patient treatment planning. Provides documentation of patient treatment. Administers medications in a timely manner, safely and in accordance with policy and procedure.

Froedtert South is a comprehensive regional healthcare system that has served southeastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois communities 120 years. Froedtert South provides services primarily through the Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital and several other clinic locations. Froedtert South is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Froedtert South does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.