Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

Location

Lehigh Acres, FL

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

5x8.0-813602

Job Description

The Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant is committed to delivering high-quality patient care by implementing treatment goals and plans established by the Physical Therapist. This role emphasizes patient and employee safety and requires adherence to company policies and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in therapeutic interventions for patients.
• Implement treatment goals and therapeutic programs, including posture training, strengthening exercises, and functional skills training.
• Train patients in locomotion using assistive devices and demonstrate proper techniques for safety.
• Utilize modalities such as whirlpools, therapeutic pools, and ultrasound as directed.
• Monitor patient responses and document progress and treatment effectiveness.
• Maintain a clean treatment area and ensure equipment is functioning and available.
• Educate patients and families on body mechanics and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members and participate in team conferences.
• Comply with all clinic policies, safety protocols, and infection control measures.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited school.
• CAPTE Certification required.
• Minimum of 1 year of outpatient clinical experience.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Active and applicable state license for practice.

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!