Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

TMC: Therapy Management Corporation; Washington Court House (OH); On-site; USD 39,950 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available!

Flexible Scheduling

CEU and State Licensure Reimbursements

PTO and 6 Paid Holidays

One free Floating Holiday every year

Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities

Mental Wellbeing Support Program

Retirement benefits (including 401k)

Job summary

A therapy services provider in Washington Court House is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join their team, providing essential support in rehabilitation services. As a PTA, you will implement treatment plans, lead therapeutic activities, and educate patients and families. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $29 to $34 per hour, flexible scheduling, and numerous benefits including tuition reimbursement and retirement options.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of treatment plans developed by the physical therapist.
• Lead patients through prescribed exercises and therapeutic activities.
• Ensure the proper application of various treatment modalities.
• Educate patients and their families on injury prevention strategies.
• Monitor patients' responses to treatment interventions and document progress.

Skills

Patient Care Implementation

Therapeutic Exercise and Activities

Modalities and Physical Agents

Patient and Family Education

Progress Monitoring and Reporting

Education

Degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Current license/certification in the state of practice

Job description

Overview

TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long term care providers. We are growing and looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant to join the team.

Department: EncompassCare Plus

Location: Court House Manor

Compensation: $29.00 - $34.00 / hour

Responsibilities

As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you are an integral part of the rehabilitation team, working under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist to help patients regain movement, alleviate pain, and restore function following injury, illness, or surgery.

• Patient Care Implementation: Assist in the implementation of treatment plans developed by the physical therapist to address patients' specific rehabilitation goals and functional needs.
• Therapeutic Exercise and Activities: Lead patients through prescribed exercises and therapeutic activities designed to enhance their physical function and promote recovery. Instruct patients on proper exercise techniques, monitor their progress, and provide feedback to ensure safe and effective participation.
• Modalities and Physical Agents: Ensure the proper application of various treatment modalities, monitor patient responses, and adjust treatment parameters as necessary to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
• Patient and Family Education: Educate patients and their families on injury prevention strategies, proper body mechanics, and techniques for managing pain and discomfort.
• Progress Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor patients' responses to treatment interventions, documenting their progress and any changes in functional status or treatment tolerance. Communicate regularly with the supervising physical therapist, providing updates on patient progress and collaborating on adjustments to the treatment plan as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current license/certification in the state of practice

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

• New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available!
• Flexible Scheduling.
• CEU and State Licensure Reimbursements.
• PTO and 6 Paid Holidays
• Plus one free Floating Holiday every year!
• Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities.
• Mental Wellbeing Support Program.
• Retirement benefits (including 401k)