This is a Job Description for Physical Therapy Assistant in Meridian, Mississippi

　　Summary: We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed -- our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.

　　  We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.

　　  Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

　　Duties & Responsibilities: Performs physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Communicates and documents any changes in patient's status and informs therapist of patient's reassessment. Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies and procedures.

　　 Participates in staff and committee projects. Achieves established productivity levels set forth by administration. Educates and trains others within discipline. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Performs other related duties as required.

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　　Required --associate degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.

　　Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.