JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
- Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, administers physical therapy services and performs related duties. Provides technical support for the effective and efficient delivery of therapy services.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
- The Rehabilitation teams at Samaritan evaluate and treat patients with injuries or conditions that have caused either a decline in physical mobility or functional independence. We offer a variety of specialized services including orthopedic rehab, neurological and stroke rehab, balance and dizziness rehab and chronic pain treatment with the use of movement. The main goal is return to function and community activities.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
- Current unencumbered Oregon Physical Therapist Assistant license required.
- Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Therapy and Counseling - Possess the skills and knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and cognitive conditions. Ability to provide counseling and guidance.
- Business Writing - Strong business writing skills, including the ability to professionally communicate clinical content in written documentation that is easily understood by the end user.
- Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
- Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
- Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Rarely
  (1 - 10% of the time)
  
  Occasionally
  (11 - 33% of the time)
  
  Frequently
  (34 - 66% of the time)
  
  Continually
  (67 - 100% of the time)
  
  LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
  
  LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 60 or more Lbs
  
  CRAWL (hands & knees)
  
  ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY
  
  LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 60 or more Lbs
  
  SIT
  
  WALK - INCLINE
  
  CLIMB - STAIRS
  
  LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs
  
  LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 - 40 Lbs
  
  LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
  
  CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
  
  CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
  
  SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
  
  KNEEL (on knees)
  
  ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
  
  ROTATE TRUNK Standing
  
  REACH - Upward
  
  PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
  
  PULL (20-40 pounds force)
  
  WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
  
  STAND
  
  LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
  
  LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
  
  CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
  
  BEND FORWARD at waist
  
  REACH - Forward
  
  MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
  
  FINGER DEXTERITY
  
  PINCH Fingers
  
  GRASP Hand/Fist
  
  PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
  
  PULL (0-20 pounds force)
  
  None specified

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