*_SUMMARY:_* We are currently seeking a*casual**Physical Therapist Assistant*to join our Outpatient Ortho team at our downtown Clinic & Specialty Center. This casual role will help cover planned time off for staff members (coverage will most likely fall on Thursdays/Fridays/Mondays). Will work daytime hours (no weekends) – flexible with hours ideally seeking 4 to 8 hour shifts. *Purpose of this position:*Under the general direction of the Physical Therapy Supervisor, provides physical therapy services to patients following the plan of care established by a physical therapist.** *_RESPONSIBILITIES:_* * Under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist and in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides physical therapy services including treatment, discharge planning and education * Observes and reports the patient's responses to the physical therapist * Properly applies and operates rehabilitative equipment * Assists with department orientation as assigned * Assists physical therapist with PTA student education activities * Delegates appropriate activities to nursing assistants consistent with their training and skill (patient transfers, patient transport, and assisting therapist directly with care) under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist * Educates patients and care givers based on established care plan * Performs clerical task as delegated * Completes all documentation and charges of services per departmental standard *_QUALIFICATIONS:_* */Minimum Qualifications:/* * Completion of a two year program (AA Degree) for Physical Therapist Assistant approved by the American Physical Therapy Association */Preferred Qualifications:/* * Two years’ experience with a varied patient population */Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:/* * Ability to use a computer system, including Microsoft Office Products * Ability to work with a diverse range of patients */License/Certifications:/* * After July 1, 2008, possession of valid Physical Therapy Assistant licenseissued by the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy **Title:** *Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient Ortho – Casual * **Location:** *MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus* **Requisition ID:** *251032*