Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Job

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant in Forest Grove, OR. The role involves assisting Physical Therapists in treatment and rehabilitation of patients.

Candidates should be graduates of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and possess a valid license. Responsibilities include supporting patient care, performing therapy exercises, and tracking patient progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist the PT in all aspects of patient care.
• Perform therapy techniques/exercises under PT guidance.
• Measure and track patient progress, informing PT of changes.
• Educate patients on continuing care.

Skills

Patient care assistance

Therapy techniques and exercises

Progress tracking

Patient education

Education

Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program

Up-to-date Physical Therapist Assistant license

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Forest Grove, OR

Assist Physical Therapists in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients.

Responsibilities

• Help the PT in all aspects of patient care
• Under the guidance of the PT, perform therapy techniques/exercises
• Measure and track patient progress, informing PT of all changes
• Provide patients with needed continued care information
• Assist the Physical Therapist in patient handling, treatment, and management
• Carry out techniques and exercises prescribed by Physical Therapist
• Keep Physical Therapist up-to-date on changes in patient progress
• Help measure and track intervention effectiveness
• Educate the patient on continuing care

Skills & Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program (accredited)
• Up-to-date Physical Therapist Assistant license