Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs

Job Title: PTA Company: Decompression & Spinal Rehab Location: Bonita Springs, FL Description: Outpatient Physical Therapy Clinic looking for full-time PTA to join our rapidly growing clinic. The clinic is located in beautiful Bonita Springs, Fl and the right candidate will be our first PTA hired. We anticipate expanding to several clinics and the right PTA would be an integral part of our expansion.

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant Company: Hebrew Senior Life Location: Boston, MA Description: Physical Therapist Assistant - Per Diem: LTACH, SNF, LTC: Organize and conduct physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation. Direct patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. Facilitate the learning of those skills and functions essential for promoting independence and productivity, in order to diminish or correct pathology. Direct activities to promote and maintain health. Evaluate patients, develop appropriate treatment goals and methods, implement the physical therapy treatment plan, and complete all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services. Services include application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as gait, ambulation, muscle strength, coordination, endurance, mobility, posture control, sensory awareness, sitting and standing skills, balance and orientation. Design and fit adaptive devices, and train clients in the use of adaptive devices including orthotics and prosthetics. Select physical agent modalities suited to the individual's needs, physical capacity, mobility activities and diagnosis. Consult with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each client. Instruct patient in the skills and techniques required for participation in mobility activities, and evaluate Patient progress, attitudes and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential. Adapt program according to the needs of individual patient. Attend and contribute to patient care, staffing conferences and other related meetings.

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant Company: CasePro, Inc Location: Havelock, NC Description: Marines in training experience various orthopedic injuries. Marines returning home from combat duty need various types of therapeutic rehabing. We need a civilian PTA to be our employee working with Marines in North Carolina. If you have the following: Graduate of an accredited APTA training program Current PTA license from any State or U.S. Territory Minimum of 1 year of experience in the past 3 years providing therapeutic rehab services in an outpatient orthopedic or sports rehab setting Accumulated CEU credits in therapeutic exercise. You will be a civilian employee of CasePro. You will be supervised by a licensed Physical Therapist. Paid Relocation is negotiable for the right candidate. Havelock is near enough that you could live on the coast to enjoy watersports. From the Havelock area you are approximately 2.5 hrs from Raleigh/Durham.

Job Title: PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT Company: Mercer Bucks Orthopaedics Location: Hamilton, NJ Description: We are seeking a motivated physical therapist assistant to help us in expanding our rehabilitation services. The therapist assistant will work closely with one of our physical therapists in either our Hamilton or Lawrenceville office. Experience in orthopaedics is preferred. A qualified candidate will be compensated above average and feel appreciated for their role in the patient’s recovery and care. He or she will work hand in hand with the physical therapist developing and expanding the patient’s course of treatment.

Job Title: Academic Coor. of Clinical Ed. Company: Eagle Gate College Group Location: Provo, UT Description: Provo College, a career education leader, is seeking an experienced Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education (ACCE) to join our team in our quickly expanding PTA program. This individual will be a fulltime instructor. The ACCE for Provo College, PTA program, is responsible for developing, maintaining, scheduling, and evaluating the clinical education portion of the curriculum in physical therapy. The ACCE holds a faculty appointment and has administrative, clinical and academic responsibilities. The ACCE is responsible for communication between the academic institution and affiliated clinical education sites. - A minimum of 3 years of work experience in the field of Physical Therapy - A licensed Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant - 2 years experience as a center coordinator of clinical education and/or clinical instructor - Experience in human resource management is helpful - Experience in academic, clinical, continuing education, in-services teaching

Job Title: Physical Therapist Company: San Antonio Spine & Rehab Location: San Antonio, TX Description: Physical Therapist Assistant needed for multi-disciplinary practice to evaluate medicare/medicaid patients for physical therapy.

Job Title: 11 PHYSICAL THERAPIST & PTA Company: Greg Lockhart & Associates Location: DETROIT, MI Description: Currently we are looking for 11 Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistants & Occupational Therapist. We have a full beneifts program and a generous salary based on experience. If you have an interest in a position, we may be contacted 24 hours a day Register to View Register to View or email Register to View We have openings in the east and west Detroit Metro area(Farmington, St. Clair Shores, Warren, White Lake, Troy, Novi, Livonia, Ann Arbor,Plymouth,Ypsilanti,Washignton Township, Shelby Township, Wixom Southgate and other locations around Detroit,Indianna, Illinois, Ohio, the Orlando Florida area and around the country). This position offers great benefits, generous salary and vacation along with tuition reimbursement. We have outpatient, inpatient, Skilled Nursing, some HomeCare, TRAVEL POSITIONS and Managment positions available. Job Purpose: Restores patient's function, alleviates pain, and prevents disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy. Duties: Meets the patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription. Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and accept therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities and in using assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses. Administers physical therapy treatments by giving massages; initiating traction; applying physical agents; utilizing hydrotherapy tanks and whirlpool baths, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines; directing treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants. Evaluates effects of physical therapy treatments and fit of prosthetic and orthotic devices by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications. Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers; contributing to patient care conferences. Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommending and/or providing assistive equipment; recommending outpatient or home health follow-up programs. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Maintains patient confidence and protects hospital operations by keeping information confidential. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols. Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Develops physical therapy staff by providing information; developing and conducting in-service training programs. Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Skills/Qualifications: Physiological Knowledge, Health Promotion and Maintenance, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Motivating Others, Legal Compliance, Quality Focus, Bedside Manner, Clinical Skills, Pain Management, Persistence, Energy Level.

Job Title: Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Job - Hospital or Skilled Nursing Facility Company: Reflectx Services Location: Kansas City, MO Description: Company: Reflectx Services Job Title: Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Job - Hospital or Skilled Nursing Facility Jobid: reflectx-174799 Job Location: Kansas City, MO, 64106, USA Description: Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Job - Hospital or Skilled Nursing Facility search for more jobs Note:Results for the city in which a position is posted will be displayed as the closest metro area, as defined by the U.S. Government's statistical data on metro/micro areas (known as a CBSA) and their component counties. Although positions with Reflectx may exist in many small communities, they will be displayed on this site as the next largest city/county area in the job search results. Please contact Reflectx Staffing if you have questions about a specific position of interest.Details Start Date 3/8/2010 Discipline Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Specialty Hospital or Skilled Nursing Facility Location Kansas City,Missouri Job ID 174799 Job Type A Travel Assignment Description Benefits About Reflectx Staffing: Reflectx Services was founded in 2001 by rehabilitation therapy staffing veterans to help hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and other health care providers secure adequate staffing on an interim and professional placement basis. Our intention was to create a"Positively Different"healthcare staffing company - one that "walked the talk" and lived by the Golden Rule: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."Click here to read our Values- our list of core principles that define everything we do. Description: Reflectx Services is looking for an individual who is licensed under the laws of the state as a Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA (Click here to search state licensure boards). The PTA works under the general supervision of the Registered Physical Therapist or Licensed Physical Therapist (RPT/LPT). He/she is assigned duties, which assist in the patient's care for physical therapy needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Provides skilled physical therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist. * Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referral to Registered Physical Therapist. * Implements and modifies the patient's physical therapy plan of treatment with RPT supervision. * Monitors patient responses to treatments and modifies it during treatment sessions as necessary.Minimum Requirements: * Graduate from an approved PTA school and holds a current Physical Therapist Assistant License for the state in which he/she practices. * Current CPR card.Benefits for our Travel / Contract Assignments Include: * Furnished, private housing * Complete house wares packages provided with all assignments * Utilities including cable and telephone available * Mileage reimbursement for travel to assignment locations * State licensure reimbursement for applicable assignments * Medical insurance effective on day 1 of employment (including Rx, dental and vision) * Life, personal accident, and long and short term disability insurances * Dependent care spending account * Continuing education allowance of $500 annually * 401(k) plan * Direct deposit * Refer-a-friend bonus * Online discount program with thousands of retailers (called Gevity Perks) * Assignments for as little as 8 weeks * New graduates are welcome to apply * "Butterfly Bucks"reward you for staying with Reflectx for additional assignments * Call Reflectx now to speak to a National Recruitment Manager about building a package that suits you!Call Reflectx now at Register to View to speak to Pat about finding an assignment that suits you! You can also email your resume Register to View EOE/AAE

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant Company: Mederi Caretenders Location: Pinellas Park, FL Description: Innovative Therapy Programs.  Career Opportunities.It's all about helping people achieve more!    Mederi Caretenders of Pinellas is a leading provider of home health nursing, rehabilitation and personal care services.  Our Senior Advocacy Mission raises the bar with programs designed to achieve better outcomes for our patients.  For over 30 years, we have developed a culture that fosters innovation, clinical excellence, and integrity.    Why consider choosing a career with us?  Because we are committed to helping you achieve your goals.  As a member of our Senior Advocacy Care Team, we are confident you will achieve more for your career with industry-leading specialty programs that enhance care and promote better outcomes for patients.  You will enjoy the support of a progressive group along with great benefits, competitive pay, and flexible schedule options to fit your lifestyle.  If a long tradition of world-class caring is important to you, consider joining our team.  You'll feel right at home.  As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will:Provide a wide range of physical therapy services to patients in the home care setting. Focus primarily on patient quality care, monitoring of patient status and compliance, teaching of patients and caregivers, and discharge planning. Deliver care based on Standards of Practice for the particular state and must be in compliance with company policy and regulatory requirements. Must be a graduate of an approved physical therapist program. Must possess physical therapist assistant license for the state(s) of practice. Previous experience in the home care setting is desired. A minimum of one year experience in physical therapy is required. Possess the ability to transfer, maneuver and lift incapacitated clients in the home setting. Mederi Caretenders offers a competitive salary and benefits package that helps safe guard your health and well- being, and provides savings options for you and your family. We offer the following benefits to full time employees:Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Life and Accidental Death Insurance Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care) Paid vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time 401-k Retirement Plan Many of the above benefits are also available to part-time employees who work at least 24 hours per week.  PRN employees may also qualify for some benefit options as well!

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA - Innovative Senior Care Company: Brookdale Senior Living Location: Tavares, FL Description: Physical Therapist Assistant Cash Bonus Retention Plan and Day One Benefits for Full-time Opportunities Tavares and Leesburg, FL Assisted Living Community settings! Innovative Senior Care (ISC) has a full time opportunity for a PTA to join our dynamic team at our Tavares Retirement communities of The Grand Court and Sterling House! These lovely Assisted and Independent Living Retirement settings allowing you to treat residents one on one in a proactive, wellness focused environment . As an ISC therapist you will enjoy the stability of an established, in house rehab program, flexible schedules and a top notch rate and benefit package! ISC/Brookdale offers a friendly and professional work environment, a fulfilling experience, and the opportunity to build a career with a forward thinking, innovative therapy company and a substantial client base with which to work. Gain competitive pay and great benefits as an associate with a 26 year old senior living industry leader! More reasons to join our great team: Family friendly company • Flexible hours • Competitive compensation• Moderate caseloads • Pleasant outpatient settings • Advancement Opportunities Significant benefit add-ons: Sign-on bonus for certain positions/locations, relocation assistance, insurance available upon first day of employment, paid travel, mileage reimbursement program, generous continuing education assistance, tuition reimbursement, and assistance with professional dues. DAY ONE BENEFITS!!!! For immediate consideration or if you need more information, contact Barbra Nelson at Register to View or send resume to Register to View or Register to View . You can also apply via our web site www.innovativeseniorcare.com or fax your resume to Register to View . EOE/DFWP Visit our web page for opportunities available in across the United States or consider the job opportunity below: Immediate Opening: Physical Therapist Assistant/ PTA Job Type: Full Time Location: Tavares and Leesburg, FL Apply by emailing resume to Register to View or faxing it to Barbra Nelson at Register to View . Please include job number with all correspondence! Recommended Minimum Position Qualifications: 1. Associates Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program. 2. License to practice as a physical therapy assistant within the state.Position Summary: Provides Physical Therapy services to patients by assisting in the assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication. Functions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Adheres to applicable principles and practices of physical therapy, Innovative Senior Care policies and procedures and state regulations.