Physical Therapy Tech at University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma

Job Description:

OU Health Services is the ambulatory care facility on the Norman campus providing primary care services to students, faculty, staff, and dependents of all ages.  We provide in-house medical laboratory and x-ray services, have a physical therapy department, and a full-service pharmacy.

POSITION INFORMATION: Assists physical therapists in the daily operation of the clinic. Helps create home exercise programs. Creates, organizes, and scans medical charts. Updates patient referrals. Creates patient schedules. Assists with exercises and modalities. Maintains Physical Therapy supply/bracing inventory. Supervises student assistants. Maintains order and cleanliness of the Physical Therapy clinic and does laundry.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Assists physical therapists in daily operation of clinic.


• Helps create home exercise programs.


• Maintains cleanliness and order of office.


• Scans medical charts.


• Creates patient schedules.


• Updates patient referrals.


• Creates and organizes patient charts.


• Performs and records patient information in Electronic Medical Record.


• Maintains physical therapy supply/bracing inventory.


• Supervises student assistants.


• Creates student work schedules.


• Assists with exercises and modalities.


• Manages requested time off.


• Cleans equipment and does laundry.


• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: High School Diploma or GED, AND:

•  12 months physical therapy aide or healthcare-related experience.

Skills:

• Must be detail oriented for accuracy of data and information.


• Must be highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.


• Must be schedule oriented, able to work under time constraints, and complete work within deadlines.


• Must have good oral and written communication skills.


• Must be a team player and able to maintain positive and professional relationships with co-workers.


• Must have excellent working knowledge of computers.


• Must have ability to problem solve.

Certifications:

• None

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move a minimum of 25 pounds.


• May be required to lift, bend, stoop, and carry.


• Frequent exposure to pressure/stress caused by busy periods and deadlines.

Departmental Preferences:

• Two years college/Associate Degree


• Current BLS certification


• Electronic Medical Records experience


• Courses taken in Anatomy/Physiology


• Direct patient care


• Customer Service Experience

Supervision: Student Assistants 1-5

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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