Rehab Services 
Position Title: Physical Therapy Assistant

Department:Inpatient Rehab - Therapy
Position Description: Responsible for administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff Physical Therapist. Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the staff Physical Therapist, after the physical therapist has evaluated the patient. The Physical Therapy Assistant assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The Physical Therapy Assistant participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs. This description is not intended to be a complete list of duties. Other related duties may be assigned. One full-time and one PRN position is available.
Status/Schedule:
Status:Full TimeShift:Day
Shift Time Schedule:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Days:Mon-Fri Sat/Sun
The above wage range reflects the minimum, midpoint and maximum hourly rate for this position. New employees are hired between the minimum and midpoint of this range. The initial wage offered will be based on qualifications and experience.
Contact:Human Resources
Phone Number: 575-439-6100
Posting Date: 02/07/2012
    Qualifications:
    Education:AA degree from a school or college approved by the American Physical Therapy Association who holds current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of New Mexico. Current BCLS certification. asic knowledge of physical therapy machine operation, maintenance and repairs of same.
    Special Skills:Ability to read and communicate effectively in English – additional languages preferred. Strong written and verbal skills. Basic computer knowledge. Basic knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology.
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Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
2669 North Scenic Drive, Alamogordo, NM 88310, Phone: 575-439-6100
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