Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position, with the option to extend through 10/16.

Schedule

5x8.0 hours

Job Description

The Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant is dedicated to delivering superior quality care while embracing the core values of teamwork, resourcefulness, and patient safety. This position assists in implementing treatment plans designed by a licensed Physical Therapist, focusing on maximizing the patient's recovery and life skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals and therapeutic interventions as established by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist with posture training, strengthening exercises, endurance training, balance and coordination exercises, functional skills training, and community re-entry training.
• Train patients in locomotion using various assistive devices.
• Demonstrate the use of therapeutic modalities such as whirlpools, hot/cold packs, ultrasound, and more.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and intervene when necessary.
• Document patient progress and educate patients and families on care techniques.
• Maintain a safe and clean treatment environment.
• Participate in team conferences and contribute to special projects aimed at improving patient care quality.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an Accredited School (Required)
• CAPTE Certified (Required)
• 1+ year of outpatient clinical experience (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• Active applicable state license (Required)
• Experience in outpatient orthopedic settings (Required)

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!