Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant (Full-time)
ZK Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, a modern, fully equipped physical and occupational therapy treatment facility specializing in one-on-one therapy, is seeking a talented, full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team. In addition to great pay, generous time off, and a wide variety of benefits, you'll also be a part of a culture focused on team spirit, work/life balance, and unlimited growth opportunities to take your career to the next level.
Salary Range: $25 - $35 hr | Sign-on bonus - $3000 | Relocation bonus - $1500
Position Description
Our PTA will provide one-on-one physical therapy treatments under the supervision of licensed physical therapists, including the use of modalities, manual techniques, and standard exercise techniques. Instructs and guides patients through functional activities, such as bed mobility, transfers, gait, and balance activities. Works under minimal supervision and may mentor and train staff on technical skills.
“WE OFFER COMPASSIONATE, ONE-ON-ONE CARE AND CUSTOMIZED TREATMENT PLANS FOR OUR PATIENTS.”
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
Performs physical therapy treatments, including modalities, manual, and standard exercise techniques. Instructs and guides patients through functional activities, such as bed mobility, transfers, and gait and balance activities.
Observes and follow treatment precautions identified by physical, occupational, and other physicians. Observe patient response changes and report changes to the physical therapists in charge.
Provides daily and timely patient chart documentation of interventions and services provided in the acute care setting.
Provides education and Training to patients and caregivers while incorporating learning style preferences—Assesses education and training responses.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Graduation from a physical therapy assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Must possess a valid Nevada license as a physical therapy assistant and basic life support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Additional Position Requirements:
At least two (2) years within the last 20 months of acute care and rehabilitation experience providing physical therapy treatment as prescribed by the therapist.
Must be available to work requested shifts as needed.
Knowledge of:
The principles and methods of physical therapy and the roles of the physical therapist and the physical therapist assistant relate to improving the patient's functional independence. To include neuromuscular function and dysfunction, kinesiology, and the modalities, the objectives of physical therapy treatment. Plus, the operation of therapeutic equipment includes ultrasound, electrical stimulation, soft tissue, joint mobilization techniques, safety techniques for therapeutic exercise, functional activities, indications, and contraindications for various treatment modalities.
Ability to:
Communicate and educate patients, family, and staff regarding physical therapy treatments, and complete medical record documentation and statistics.
COMPETITIVE SALARY
Salary Range: $25 - $35 hr
Sign-on bonus of $3000
Relocation bonus of $1500
Benefits
Friendly and Fun Environment
CEU Reimbursement and Ongoing Training
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Work-Life Balance with Vacation Time, Paid Holidays, and Sick Time
IRA Match Program
Schedule
Weekdays | Day Shift 8
Hour Shifts
IF YOU BELIEVE YOU ARE THE CANDIDATE WE ARE LOOKING FOR, SUBMIT YOUR RESUME HERE
ZK Outpatient Rehabilitation Center is a modern, multispecialty physical and occupational therapy facility. We offer a full range of outpatient therapies and effective treatments for injuries, chronic pain, and life-changing conditions. We provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address individuals' medical and physical challenges.
Click here for a comprehensive list of our services and treatments.
ZK Outpatient Rehabilitation Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to dealing with employees in a nondiscriminatory manner and based on job-related qualifications and abilities. The Center will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational qualification) or any other protected status.
COVID 19:
We follow all Center for Disease Control guidance to protect our physical therapists, other staff, and clinic patients. We are committed to maintaining a clean and safe environment as we all work together against the spread of COVID-19. We provide masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer to protect our patients, staff, and visitors. For more information, click here.