World Class. It is easy to distinguish. World Class employees are responsive, compassionate, and innovative. They prioritize dignity and respect, never settling for average care, insisting on excellence both of themselves and team members. At Alegent Health, this is our promise to our employees and our community.

Alegent Health values individual contributions, creative ideas, and innovation our employees are why we have the highest quality scores in the Nation. We are committed to serving our community by providing faith-based health services with five hospitals and several clinics across the Region.

Our commitment to our patients and their families is high, but the return on that commitment is even higher. We are committed to our employees by ensuring we hire only World Class talent who also believe in enriching the lives of those we serve. If this sounds like you - apply today and join the Alegent team! Physical Therapist Assistant
Administers treatments to patients following an identified treatment plan, determined by the Supervising Therapist, using techniques in a safe and acceptable manner. Follows through with the Home Exercise Program established by supervising Physical Therapist. Documents daily record and flow sheets in a timely manner. Communicates with Physical Therapist in regard to patient treatment and progress. Supervises and communicates with support staff regarding patient care activities to assure safety and well being of patient. Assists technicians, as needed, with patients set-ups to assure patient care. Maintains established department policies, procedures, and objectives, concerning quality assurance, safety, environmental conditions and infection control. Works collaboratively with nonprofessional staff, Supervising Physical Therapist, Rehabilitation Therapy Coordinator and the Operations Director, Rehabilitation Therapy Clinics, regarding departmental needs.

Experience: Preferred but not required. New graduate accepted.

Education/Licensure: Require a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant School with an associates degree. Must be licensed in the State of Nebraska or Iowa as a PTA, license must be held in the state in which you provide services.
BLS or BLS instructor certification is required upon hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include the following: American Red Cross: CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, American Safety and Health Institute: CPR, PRO, must say Professional Level-with AED, and American Heart Association: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Good interpersonal skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Able to show empathy and compassion towards patients. Job requires frequent reading, writing and verbal communication skills.