Compassionate PT Assistant - Mon-Fri Home Health

Mission Healthcare; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid vacation, sick leave, and major-h

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / HSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Mission Healthcare in Madras, OR is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement the plan of care, assist with therapeutic exercises, and apply modalities as prescribed.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited PTA program associate's degree, current PTA license, and a valid BLS/CPR certification. Schedule is Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM with starting pay at $40/hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program with an Associate's degree approved by the APTA.
• Current PTA license or certification as required by state law.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy according to the plan of care under supervision.
• Treat patients to relieve pain, restore function, and maximize performance.
• Guide patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises and gait training.
• Utilize modalities (heat, cold, ultrasound, electrical) as prescribed.
• Observe patient response and report changes to the supervising PT.
• Instruct patients on wheelchair, brace, crutch, and prosthetic/orthotic use.

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

PTA certification or license

BLS/Hands-on CPR certification

Job description

Mission Healthcare in Madras, OR is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement the plan of care, assist with therapeutic exercises, and apply modalities as prescribed.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited PTA program associate's degree, current PTA license, and a valid BLS/CPR certification. Schedule is Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM with starting pay at $40/hour plus benefits.