Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant – Rehab Impact

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Gainesville, FL seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role supports prevention, remediation, and rehabilitation of various physical impairments in the PM&R setting.

Applicants must meet PTA education/licensure requirements and English proficiency; benefits and GS leveling apply as part of VA standards.

Qualifications

• Must meet citizenship requirements as per VA policy.
• Completion of an accredited PTA program or equivalent and eligibility to take NPTE for PTAs.
• Current, full, active PTA license in the U.S. (state/territory) or DC.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist in prevention, remediation, and rehabilitation of physical dysfunction.
• Work with Veterans with orthopedic, neurological, and systemic impairments in PM&R.
• Maintain documentation and support for patient plan of care.

Skills

PTA Licensure

Evidence-based practice

Patient care

Communication

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Gainesville, FL seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role supports prevention, remediation, and rehabilitation of various physical impairments in the PM&R setting.

Applicants must meet PTA education/licensure requirements and English proficiency; benefits and GS leveling apply as part of VA standards.