Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Sweetwater Care; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Meals stipend

Miscellaneous expenses stipend

Full benefits package

Flexible locations across USA

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant for an outpatient contract position in Kansas. This 13-week assignment (with option to extend) offers competitive pay and a housing plus travel stipend for travelers, with day shifts in an outpatient setting.

The PTA will assist licensed therapists, support patient rehabilitation, and help patients regain functional mobility after illness or injury. New grads welcome; active license and BLS/CPR required.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapy License in the state of employment (or ability to obtain).
• Current BLS/CPR Certification, or ability to obtain.
• Current TB test/results.
• Current physical stating fit for duty (within past year).
• Team Player with a Positive Attitude: We value camaraderie and dedication to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide support care of patients who seek care with the goal to recover and rehabilitate from the effects of serious illness, injury or medical event, regaining their own best possible level of functional ability, well-being and independence.
• Assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care, under the supervision of licensed therapists.
• Document all services provided to ensure accurate and timely billing of therapy services.
• Assures that patient care follows the established Plan of Care, the organization s guidelines, meets professional standards, community needs and is in compliance with Federal and State guidelines.
• Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, identifies and develops a comprehensive plan of care; Develops and implements individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce and enhance performance.
• Identify need for and makes referral to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of the patient under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice.

Skills

Active Physical Therapy License

BLS/CPR Certification

TB test

Fit for duty

Team player

Job description

Are you a passionate and skilled Physical Therapist Assistant looking for your next adventure? We're offering an incredible Physical Therapist Contract with a competitive salary and the chance to make a difference in the lives of residents and patients.

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant

Contract Length: 13 Weeks (with option to extend) OR permanent placement option

Setting: Outpatient Facility

Shifts: Days

Pay: Excellent Rate that includes Hourly + Housing & Travel Stipend (for travelers)

What We’re Looking For:

• Active Physical Therapy License in the state of employment (or ability to obtain) New Grads Accepted!
• Current BLS/CPR Certification, or ability to obtain
• Current TB test/results
• Current physical stating fit for duty (within past year)
• Team Player with a Positive Attitude: We value camaraderie and dedication to providing exceptional patient care.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy:

• Competitive Pay
• Stipends for Housing, Meals & Miscellaneous Expenses (for travelers)
• Supportive Environment: Our team will be with you every step of the way, offering mentorship, guidance, and continuous support throughout your assignment.
• Flexibility & Freedom: Enjoy the flexibility to work in multiple locations across the USA, with the option to extend your contract in new and exciting areas or stay local!
• Full Benefits package available to permanent placements

What You’ll Be Doing:

A PTA is responsible for assisting Physical Therapist in helping patients recover and rehabilitate from the effects of a serious illness, injury or medical event, regaining their own best possible level of functional ability, well-being and independence. Provides support services to improve strength and function, restore more efficient movement, improve flexibility and aid patients in restoring mobility and/or improving balance and gait after hip fractures and other orthopedic injuries, medical illness, or as they recover from joint replacement procedures.

Principal Responsibilities

• Provide support care of patients who seek care with the goal to recover and rehabilitate from the effects of serious illness, injury or medical event, regaining their own best possible level of functional ability, well-being and independence.
• Assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care, under the supervision of licensed therapists.
• Document all services provided to ensure accurate and timely billing of therapy services.
• Assures that patient care follows the established Plan of Care, the organization s guidelines, meets professional standards, community needs and is in compliance with Federal and State guidelines.
• Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, identifies and develops a comprehensive plan of care; Develops and implements individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce and enhance performance.
• Identify need for and makes referral to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of the patient under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice.

FullShift Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.