Physical Therapist Assistant | Rehab Services| Full Time

Best Care. Best Partner. Best Culture.

Are you a dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant looking to advance your career? Help be part of the driving force that is shaping the future of Rehab Services in the Greater Hayward area and join a team dedicated to top-notch care at Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center. We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our growing and progressive Rehab department with emphasis on treating our orthopedic populations.

As an independent medical center, not far from Duluth, MN, our campus resides in the beautiful Northwoods of Wisconsin on the shore of Lake SUperior where you can balance work and home life on our beautiful lakes and trails by partaking in personal interests such as biking, cross-country skiing, hiking, fishing, water sports, ATVing, snowmobiling, and much more. Our supportive environment allows you to thrive professionally while having the time and flexibility to pursue your personal interests.

Job Highlights:

• 1-on-1 patient ratio to build relationships with patients and have quality treatment time


• Work-life balance: Flexible schedules -- Walking trails -- Bike trails -- Ski Trails – Close to endless outdoor recreation.


• Free access to community gym and fitness room.


• Mentorship available to support your growing skills


• Prior Authorization and scheduling support staff=


• Newly renovated outpatient Rehab facility with private treatment rooms.


• Generous daily documentation time


• Build great relationships with our Primary Care and Specialty Service teams


• Vibrant work culture that fosters innovation and growth


• Excellent Benefits: Health and Dental, 403(b) with 5% employer match,  flexible time off requests.

Essential Duties:

The Physical Therapist Assistant position will play a critical role in ensuring successful day-to-day patient care operations and the delivery of high-quality services in an outpatient clinic. AMC will help you deliver the highest quality of patient care by placing patient needs first. AMC invests in your professional growth with opportunities to pursue specialty interests.

• Administers treatments as directed by the PT or Director of Rehab. Adheres to standards of physical medicine practice.


• Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.


• Participates in operational aspects of the department and maintains performance improvement activities within the department


• Participates in quality improvement activities.


• Ensures that patient charges and documentation are accurate and entered on a timely basis.


• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, physical therapists, staff, and administrative team.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
  
  
  
  • Licensed or eligible to be in Wisconsin as a Physical Therapist Assistant
  
  
  
  


• Current BLS/CPR Certification.


• Knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy treatments, anatomy, and physiology


• New graduates are encouraged to apply

Shift Time: Variable daytime shifts: Full-time Pay Period: 0.9 FTE

Benefits and Salary: Commensurate with position and experience. Comprehensive benefits package to include: medical, HSA, dental, 403(b) with employer match of 5%, life insurance, long-term disability, PTO, sick time, EAP, wellness benefits. Mentorship available upon request.

Department: Rehabilitation Services

About Us: Rehab Services of AMC is a progressive and growing evidence-based department with emphasis on best workplace culture and quality patient care. With significant growth in all disciplines over the last five years, our department continues to be dedicated to patient outcomes and serving our community. We provide ample time and support to ensure the delivery of quality care. Our purpose is to care for the people of the Greater Ashland community and it’s why we've dedicated ourselves to bringing medical specialists to Ashland and why we've made ourselves the leader in care - right here in the place we love.