Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Our team is expanding! We have outgrown our clinical space in Issaquah and will be opening a second clinic in Bellevue. We have several opportunities for full time PTAs at both locations as some of our seasoned Issaquah staff are transitioning to the Bellevue clinic. This is a rare opportunity as our group has very low staff turnover, so please reach out if interested!

Our fun, fast-paced clinic puts patients and clinicians first, so we enjoy 40 minute, one-on-one appointments with our patients. We prioritize delivering exceptional patient care but also strive to create a culture that is respectful of a clinician’s work-life balance, so no nights or weekends. We offer formal mentoring for new grads, incredible benefits with ample paid time off, and a $1500 annual continuing education package. We see a wide mix of patients from all walks of life - post-op athletes to weekend warriors to total joints. We work closely with the orthopedic surgeons downstairs to manage their patients' pre- and post-operative rehab needs. Our Issaquah clinic, just 15 miles east of Seattle, sits at the base of the Cascade Mountains with gorgeous views, easy access to I-90, and an award-winning school district. From hiking and skiing in the mountains to enjoying the many waters of the Puget Sound, Issaquah is the perfect location for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an established clinic with a wonderful reputation!

Position Summary

The role of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is a necessary part of the physical therapy team, helping physical therapists deliver quality care to their patients.  PTAs implement selected components of patient/client interventions (treatment), obtain data related to the interventions provided, and make modifications in selected interventions either to progress the patient/client as directed by the physical therapist or to ensure patient/client safety and comfort.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The key duties and responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Assistant include, but are not limited to:

• Has a working knowledge of job duties and complies with all policies and procedures of the clinic
• Treats patients in a professional and timely manner
• Ensures the patient’s modesty and safety during the therapy session
• Uses legible, legal, and accurate documentation according to APTA and WPT standards
• Educates and oversees Physical Therapy Techs, PTA students, and volunteers
• Uses facility equipment and supplies in cost effective and respectful manner that ensures equipment is in safe, working condition
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment
• Maintains an adequate level of supplies and equipment within the department
• Performs skilled service under the code of ethics maintained by the APTA
• Attends all staff meetings
• Progresses treatments according to plan of care determined by the Physical Therapist
• Advises Physical Therapist of changes in patient’s subjective history and treatment alteration when patient response and progress deviates from normal standards
• May be required to write daily notes, progress reports, and participate in discharge summaries for documentation of sessions
• Attends continuing education courses on related clinical topics
• Communicates effectively with front desk staff for scheduling and insurance purposes

Education/Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) program (CAPTE) required
• Washington state physical therapy assistant license, interim permit, or temporary permit required
• Earn (continuously) continuing education units as required by the state of Washington
• 5+ years experience in an outpatient orthopedic clinic setting preferred
• Sports background or experience working with athletic population preferred 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must meet physical requirements of frequent lifting, bending and squatting
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Superior customer service skills
• Great interpersonal skills; demonstrating patience, composure and cooperation; working well with all patients, physicians and staff
• Ensuring that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
• Understanding of and adherence to all safety, risk management and precautionary procedures, including the consistent respect for confidentiality (HIPAA)

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.

Work may be performed in an office and clinical environment. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate is required to sit for long periods of time, stand and walk, bend and stretch. Use of telephone and computer is required. Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds. May requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.

Comments

This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of a person so classified.  Other functions may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.