Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant – Restore Movement

RehabAuthority Physical Therapy; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

RehabAuthority Physical Therapy is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at our Idaho Falls location. The PTA will work with a team of physical therapists to implement treatment plans, guide patients through exercises, and monitor progress to support recovery and rehabilitation.

The role involves hands-on support with therapeutic interventions, documentation, and collaboration with PTs to ensure high-quality patient care in a clinic setting at 720 S.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited PTA program.
• State licensure or certification as a PTA.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience assisting with therapeutic exercises and treatment modalities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain documentation.
• Experience in a clinical PTA role.
• Familiarity with EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by the Physical Therapist (PT).
• Communicate with PTs on a regular basis regarding patient progress.
• Guide and instruct patients in therapeutic exercises and activities.
• Monitor and record patient progress and responses to treatments.
• Ensure and monitor caseload to ensure patients are staying compliant with attendance.
• Aid in administering therapeutic interventions such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and therapeutic exercises.
• Set up and maintain equipment for use during therapy sessions.
• Provide support during patient evaluations and assessments.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including treatment plans and progress notes.
• Communicate effectively with the PT regarding patient progress and any changes in status.
• Educate patients and their families about exercises, treatments, and home care routines.
• Offer guidance on proper techniques and strategies for daily activities to promote recovery.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

EMR familiarity

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Completion of PTA program

State licensure or certification as PTA

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

RehabAuthority Physical Therapy is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at our Idaho Falls location. The PTA will work with a team of physical therapists to implement treatment plans, guide patients through exercises, and monitor progress to support recovery and rehabilitation.

The role involves hands-on support with therapeutic interventions, documentation, and collaboration with PTs to ensure high-quality patient care in a clinic setting at 720 S.