Physical Therapist Assistant

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM. No weekends.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will provide essential physical therapy services under the direction of the Director of Physical Therapy or other licensed Physical Therapists. This role involves treating approximately 8-9 patients per day with evaluations lasting 1 hour and follow-up appointments of 45 minutes, ensuring a patient-centric approach without any double booking.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment as directed by the primary Physical Therapist and communicate any necessary changes to the treatment plan.
• Observe, evaluate, and document the effects of each treatment, communicating findings verbally and in written form.
• Maintain organized and accurate patient records, ensuring legibility and completeness of chart entries.
• Ensure a safe treatment environment and maintain cleanliness in the department.
• Use physical therapy modalities effectively and interact professionally with patients and their families.
• Collaborate with other staff to create a team-oriented approach to patient care.
• Assist in ordering supplies and maintaining appropriate stock levels.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Graduate of an APTA approved Physical Therapist Assistant Program with active licensure in California.
• Experience in acute care, skilled nursing, and out-patient physical therapy is preferred.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Commitment to continuous education and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

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!