Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Must Be Licensed

Centra; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc in West Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking an experienced or newly graduated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join their team for a permanent position. The PTA will work under supervision to implement treatment plans and improve patient mobility and reduce pain.

This role requires an Associate's degree, a current state license, and CPR certification. The PTA will collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to achieve patient goals.

Qualifications

• Current state license as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or in the process of application for licensure.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Use massage, electrical stimulation, and other assigned exercises to treat patients.
• Provide skilled physical therapy services under supervision of a Registered or Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Implement and modify the patient's physical therapy plan of treatment.

Skills

Massage techniques

Electrical stimulation

CPR certification

Education

Associate's degree from an accredited school

Job description

A great Outpatient Clinic is looking for an experienced or newly graduated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join their growing team for a perm/direct hire assignment. The PTA works under the supervision of either a Registered or Licensed Physical Therapist and uses physical treatment procedures to improve mobility, relieve pain, and reduce disability caused by disease or injury.

Job Responsibilities

• Use massage, electrical stimulation, paraffin baths, hot and cold packs, traction, ultrasound, and other assigned exercises to treat patients.
• Provide skilled physical therapy services/interventions 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 the supervision of a Registered or Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.

Qualifications

• Earned an Associate’s degree from an accredited school.
• Current state license as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or currently in the process of application for licensure.
• Current CPR certification.