Physical Therapist Assistant

Overview:

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team of passionate patient caregivers! Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital in Post Falls, Idaho is a long-term acute care hospital dedicated to patients with serious, medically complex conditions that require extended hospitalization and specialized care. We provide advanced critical care services for individuals recovering from severe illness or injury - including ventilator weaning and respiratory therapy, complex wound care, post-intensive care rehabilitation, and management of multiple organ system conditions. Our highly skilled team of physicians, critical care nurses, respiratory therapists, and rehabilitation specialists deliver around-the-clock care with a focus on stabilizing health and promoting recovery. The hospital features advanced monitoring equipment and all private rooms to enhance patient comfort and safety. North Idaho Advanced Care Hospital is expanding its services and will be opening an in-patient rehabilitation (IRU) unit to pair with its long-term acute care beds. The IRU will provide acute rehabilitation services to patients with neurologic, orthopedic, cardiac and respiratory disease. Recognized with the AARC Quality Respiratory Care award and accredited by The Joint Commission, Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital offers a healing, family-like environment where each patient receives compassionate, life-sustaining care on their journey to wellness. Experience the Charm of North Idaho - Nestled between Coeur d’Alene and Spokane, Post Falls offers stunning natural beauty with easy access to outdoor adventure. Enjoy hiking, boating, fishing, and skiing all within minutes of home, thanks to nearby rivers, lakes, and mountains. With a low cost of living, friendly community, Post Falls is a hidden gem for those seeking a high quality of life. Its blend of small-town feel and proximity to urban amenities makes it an ideal place to live, work, and explore. As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey†and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listenedâ€. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being. Benefits:* PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
  
• Dental and Vision coverage
  
• 401K with employer matching
  
• Life insurance
  
• Short-and-long term disability
  

Wellness & Work Life Balance:* Employee Assistance Program

• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
  
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date
  

Professional Growth:* Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement

Qualifications:

Required Skills:* Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.

• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
  
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.
  

Additional Qualifications/Skills:* Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.

• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
  
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
  
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
  
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
  
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
  
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
  
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
  
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
  
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
  

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of a physical therapist, may be involved in implementing treatment plans with patients. Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist. Records the patient's responses to treatment and reports to the physical therapist the outcome of each treatment. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles†into daily practice.