Physical Therapy Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
Portland, OR
days
Sign-On Bonus

Cancer Physical Therapy Assistant, Part Time Day (32 hours)

Job Summary: To administer quality physical therapy services following treatment plans established by physical therapists to restore function, prevent disability and return patients to maximal potential. Essential Responsibilities: * Delivers physical therapy treatments to patients ranging in age from geriatric to pediatric: provides and progresses treatment as per treatment plans, physician order, professional standards and departmental protocols. * Teaches patient care classes and groups for specific disorders per physician order and departmental policies. * May participate in patient care clinics per specialized training or continuing education (i.e. Amputee Clinic). * Communicates outcomes to evaluating therapist, physicians and other health professionals. * Complete all chart documentation as outlined by Kaiser Permanente and State License requirements. * Demonstrate and practice efficient workflow using time management skills which allow for patient treatments, proficient use of computers and electronic tools (using short keys, smart sets and dot phrases). * Performs duties in a professional manner demonstrating dependability, flexibility and teamwork. * Maintains professional competency through continuing education, in-services, peer review and self-evaluation per departmental standards. * Continuing education dependent on and specific to patient population treated. * Participates in maintaining a clean, safe and organized environment. * Performs other duties as requested.