Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Description

The Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant will embrace the Select Medical Way and Core Values by delivering superior quality care, treating others with respect, and maintaining a safety-focused environment. Key responsibilities include implementing treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist and assisting in various therapeutic interventions to achieve patients' long-term goals.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals and plans as established by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist with therapeutic interventions including strengthening exercises, balance exercises, and functional skills training.
• Train patients in locomotion using assistive devices and demonstrate proper guarding techniques.
• Utilize various modalities such as whirlpools, hot/cold packs, and ultrasound.
• Monitor patient progress and respond accordingly to treatment outcomes.
• Document patient responses and participate in patient and family education.
• Maintain a clean treatment area and follow all safety protocols.
• Participate in team conferences and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited school.
• CAPTE Certified.
• 1+ year of outpatient clinical experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Active applicable license for the state where work will be performed.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a 5x8.0 shift.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

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!