Physical Therapist Assistant - Full TimeGood Samaritan • Algona, Iowa, United States

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Physical Therapist Assistant - Full Time

Good Samaritan

Algona, Iowa, United States

Algona, Iowa, United States

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Careers With Purpose Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment. Facility: GSS IA Algona Ctr Location: Algona, IA Address: 412 W Kennedy, Algona, IA 50511, USA Shift: Day Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 32.00 Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50 Department Details The Skilled Rehab team at Good Samaritan Algona and Forest City seeks to hire a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. The position is full time, 30-35 hours per week, M-F (weekdays/weekends/holidays can be flexible), covering the Skilled Nursing Facilities. Currently, we treat the following conditions: orthopedic, weakness, balance/falls/gait, cervical/back pain, general deconditioning, and other various conditions. New grads are welcomed! We are transitioning these locations to an in-house therapy model from contract use. We are looking to hire a candidate who can complement our team. We have amazing qualities with being in-house including: In-House Therapy Model – One Team -We believe in individualized treatment plans and frequency to the benefit of all our patients -Improved collaboration with each facility being under the same organization Christian Based Organization -Workplace culture that allows people to do the greatest amount of good for those they serve Competitive Benefits -Including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching up to 5% and more -Annual Merit Raises -Sanford Perks including phone, hotel, merchandise discounts and more -PTO Paid and Unpaid -1 large bank – holidays, sick time, etc. Generous PTO accrual with increased accrual rates at 3 and 7 years of service -Weekend and Night Incentive Pay -6 EAP visits-Vital Life -Fitness Center Reimbursement -Volunteer Day Manageable Productivity Standards -Credit for Evaluation Time -Credit for Group and Concurrent Time -Individualized Building Productivity -Flexible Scheduling Continuing Performance Improvement and Career Growth -Continuing Education with yearly MedBridge and/or speechpathology.com subscription for full and part-time employees -MedBridge home exercise program for all employees -Senior Therapist Clinical Achievement Program (STCAP)-Specialty Certifications -Clinical Instructor for Students -Leadership Development -Annual Budget (includes: PT/OT/SLP Month Celebrations, Employee Recognition, Group Supplies, Equipment Needs) Clinical Specialist Team -Improved Local and Regional Support -Mentorship/Preceptor Program -Lunch and Learns -Rehab Champion -Therapy Governing Council Job Summary Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of a physical therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. The physical therapist assistant selects, implements, and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. Contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the physical therapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's/client's targeted physical therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested. Based on facility needs and assigned locations, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments. Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant. When applicable, may require valid driver's license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment. Qualifications Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Must also be a graduate through an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state(s) of practice. Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. When applicable, may require valid driver's license. Benefits The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit . The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call or send an email to . The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment. Req Number: R-0245595 Job Function: Allied Health Featured: No

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