Physical Therapist Assistant

All staff members at MultiCare Yakima Memorial must be in compliance with our Vaccination Policy, which includes the COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) vaccine, by their first day of employment.

Actual pay rate will be calculated based on relevant years of experience and education/certification requirements.

ROLE SUMMARY

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, performs direct patient care activities using a variety of modalities and/or therapeutic procedures designed to restore loss of muscle strength, coordination and body alignment, to control pain and to improve movement and function.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Supports and fosters personalized patient care, incorporating cultural, ethnic, and religious or age specific needs of the patient.

2. Provides physical therapy treatments to patients according to the plan of care developed by the Physical Therapist.

3. Performs treatment in a safe, timely manner according to established protocol and practice guidelines.

4. Assists the Physical Therapist when performing tests, evaluations and complex treatment procedures.

5. Observes records, and reports the conditions, patient reactions and responses related to assignments.

6. Instructs patient and family/other caregiver in exercise programs, equipment and therapeutic procedures to be continued following discharge as directed by the Physical Therapist.

7. Meets established productivity expectations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant required.

Experience: Previous experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant in designated specialty preferred. At least 2 years’ experience required for Home Health/Hospice Physical Therapist Assistant.

Licenses/Certificates/Registration: Washington State (DOH) Physical Therapist Assistant licensure required. American Heart Association BLS required. Affiliation with a national professional association preferred. Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance required for Home Health/Hospice Physical Therapist Assistants.

ABOUT US:

MultiCare Yakima Memorial (MYM) is primarily a 256-bed acute-care, not-for-profit community hospital that has served Central Washington's Yakima Valley for 70 years. MYM extends beyond the existence of a community hospital, including a multispecialty team of more than 200 physicians and 20+ primary care and specialty care locations. Specialty care services include cardiac care, a continuum of cancer care, hospice care, and advanced services for children with special health care needs.

As the region’s leading health care provider and Yakima’s largest employer, we believe that we must Partner for Healing and a Healthy Future. We are inspired and committed to supporting an inclusive and equitable environment for our workforce, patients and communities and believe that with our values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration and Kindness, we will achieve our goals.

We know that treating our patients with kindness, and cultivating an environment of belonging, fairness, and mutual respect, is a vital part of the job we do every day. Together, we can create loyal, enduring partnerships with our patients, community, and one another; while staying focused on improving the quality of life for our patients and the overall health of our organization. At MultiCare Yakima Memorial, we listen to staff ideas, we value diverse opinions, and empower one another to provide the best and most compassionate care.

At MYM, we are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve, and that this will enable us to fulfill our mission, vision, and values. We hope you join us in our passion for delivering remarkable patient care and on what’s most important to us – making you better so our patients get better.

WHAT WE OFFER:

At MYM, we know the best care is provided by employees who are well-supported and feel included. We recognize that our staff is our most valuable resource! We are proud to offer all employees an excellent Total Rewards Package that is well-rounded in the elements that matter to you and your family. Our goal is to attract, retain, and motivate high-quality staff members to continue contributing to patient care locally in the Yakima Valley. These offerings include:

HEALTH

We offer comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans to meet the needs of you and your family. Benefits include:

FINANCIAL

At MYM, we:

Our core purpose is to Partner for healing and a healthy future! Please join us as we partner to create a healthy Yakima.

MultiCare Memorial is an Equal Opportunity Employer who cares deeply about its staff and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Employment decisions at MultiCare Memorial are based on organizational needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, age, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, family or parental status, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by the law.

Memorial provides reasonable accommodations to assist qualified individuals in order to perform the essential duties/requirements their job requires. The description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements and serves as merely a summary rather than a complete listing of duties. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions may change as needs evolve. This job description does not constitute a contract as employment is at will.