Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) will engage patients and all members of the therapies team to deliver evidence-based, person-centered quality care.

Under the direction of the physical therapist, responsible for administering portions of the physical therapy plans designed to promote overall fitness and health of patients.

Starting wage is $24.26+/hour depending on experience.

Essential Job Functions

• Promote and maintain patient health by providing physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist.

• Contribute to a physical therapist's effectiveness by identifying patient care issues.

• Under the supervision of the physical therapist, carry out portions of the care plan including performing treatment as directed, assessing patients' response to treatment, and assisting with discharge planning.

• Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records in a timely manner.

• Utilize exercise, equipment, and physical agents to improve strength, balance, coordination and range of motion, and decrease pain to restore a patient's optimal mobility and functional ability.

• Help patients in using supportive devices including, but not limited to, crutches, canes, and prostheses.

• Work collaboratively with other providers including other therapists, surgeons, and the patient's primary care provider.

• Provide education related to the treatment program, disease process, and prevention of further injuries to the patient, patient family members, and patient care team.

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations, and adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.

• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading periodicals, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.

• Participate in operational and performance improvement aspects of the department.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Physical Therapy Assistant degree from an accredited program required.

• Active Wisconsin State Physical Therapy Assistant licensure required.

• Successful passing of the National Physical Therapy Examination required.

• Successful passing of the Wisconsin State Statutes and Rules Examination required.

• One year of prior experience preferred.

• Experience with Systems, Computer Applications/Software: Basic computer knowledge. Electronic Medical Record experience preferred.

• Strong written and verbal skills.

• Decision-making, problem solving, and team building skills.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 24 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical and dental insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Leave Bank
• 403(b) with up to a 4% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health and Wellness reimbursement program
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Partner of HRSA/NHSC loan repayment program

Our Mission is to respond to the healthcare needs of our communities with an integrated array of quality services and actively remove barriers to wellness.

NorthLakes Community Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references.