Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Must Be Licensed

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc; Savoy (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced or newly graduated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a contract assignment in Savoy, IL. The PTA will work under the supervision of a Registered or Licensed Physical Therapist and contribute to improving mobility and reducing pain through evidence-based interventions.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and applying techniques such as massages, electrical stimulation,

Qualifications

• Must have earned an Associate degree from an accredited school.
• Current state license as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or in the application process for licensure as PTA.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy services in accordance with physician orders and under the supervision of a Registered or Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Implement and modify the patient’s physical therapy plan of treatment under supervision.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.

Education

Associate degree

Job description

A great Outpatient is looking for an experienced or newly graduated Physical Therapist Assistant / Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA to join their growing team for a contract assignment!

The Physical Therapist Assistant / Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA works under the supervision of either Registered or Licensed Physical Therapists.

The Physical Therapist Assistant / Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA will use physical treatment procedures to help improve mobility and relieve pain and disability caused by disease or injury.

Some of the techniques that the PTA will use for treating a patient include:

• massages
• electrical stimulation
• paraffin baths
• hot and cold packs
• traction and ultrasound
• other assigned exercises

Requirements

• Must have earned an Associates degree from an accredited school.
• Current state license as a Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant / Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy services / interventions in accordance with physician orders and under the supervision of a Registered or Licensed Physical Therapist / PT.
• Implement and modify the patient's physical therapy plan of treatment under the supervision of a Registered or Licensed Physical Therapist / PT .
• Effectively collaborates within an interdisciplinary team to meet patients goals.

About Centra

Centra Healthcare Solutions is a nationwide employment firm focusing on finding you a Physical Therapy Assistant Job, PTA Job, PTA Travel Job, Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Job, Physical Therapist Assistant Job and Travel PTA Job. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each healthcare professional's criteria.

Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra

• Highly competitive pay rates
• 401(k) plan
• Direct deposit
• CEU Reimbursement
• A chance to explore new places and new opportunities throughout the United States
• High coverage of the premiums of a comprehensive health insurance plan
• License and medical reimbursement
• Housing accommodations
• Assignment completion bonuses

We look forward to assisting you in finding an optimal career.