Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Sign-on bonus $2,250

Nwrtw; Renton (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Physical Therapist Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in delivering quality physical therapy treatments. This full-time position offers a dynamic environment, working closely with a supervising Physical Therapist to assist clients with various physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges. You will engage with clients, modify treatment programs, and ensure safety in a supportive rehabilitation setting. Enjoy a competitive salary and a sign-on bonus, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401(k) matching, and more. If you're passionate about helping others and making a difference in their recovery journey, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Continuing education credits

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

License reimbursement

Life insurance

Paid time off

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Accredited PTA program completion and current state licensure required.
• CPR certification and experience in rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist PT in treatment programs and client education.
• Monitor safety and document client progress daily.
• Participate in client care conferences and program evaluations.

Skills

Physical Therapy Treatment

Client Assessment

Communication Skills

Windows and Microsoft Office

CPR Certification

Rehabilitation Experience

Safety Equipment Operation

Education

Accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Current State Licensure

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Sign-on bonus $2,250

Reports to: ORP Director

Job Purpose:

To provide daily physical therapy treatment and component assessment to the clients of NWRTW under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist (PT). Client treatment will include a variety of physical, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist the PT in the implementation of treatment programs and treatment progression.
2. Guide clients through program orientation.
3. Regular interaction and education with clients.
4. Modifying client programs under the direction of the PT.
5. Monitoring clients and clinic environment for safety.
6. Collaborate with PT to develop changes new exercise programs and progression.
7. Daily review with PT the progress and/or challenges with client’s program.
8. Administer evaluation components after achieving documented competence.
9. Provides customer service surveys.
10. Participates in weekly client care conferences and attends staff meetings.
11. Participates in program evaluation and additional CARF program responsibilities as assigned (e.g. Health and Safety, Annual Planning, etc.).

Written Documentation:

1. Daily notes are to be completed for each treatment encounter by the end of each day with corresponding charges.
2. Set up and completion of evaluation sections assigned by PT.
3. Assist with Quality Assurance (QA) for documents and program.
4. Track professional competencies established with PT (evaluation components, range of motion, MMT, modality use, etc.).
5. Additional documentation as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Completed accredited program for Physical Therapist Assistant with corresponding licensure.
2. Current, unrestricted state licensure (free from disciplinary action).
3. Membership in professional organization (state and or national).
4. CPR certification.
5. One-year experience working in a rehabilitation setting is preferable.
6. Sound knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook e-mail & Scheduling.
7. Excellent skills in written and verbal communication.
8. Capacity to negotiate complex claims requiring sensitivity, flexibility, confidentiality, and diplomacy.
9. Safe operation of exercise and treatment modality equipment.

Working Conditions:

Work primarily in an indoor, outpatient setting, primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. Periods of frequent movement including walking, standing, and stabilizing clients.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.79 - $35.21 per hour DOE

Benefits:

1. 401(k)
2. 401(k) matching
3. Continuing education credits
4. Dental insurance
5. Flexible spending account
6. Health insurance
7. License reimbursement
8. Life insurance
9. Paid time off
10. Pet insurance
11. Referral program
12. Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

1. Outpatient
2. Private practice
3. Rehabilitation center

Medical specialties:

Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

1. 8 hour shift
2. Day shift
3. Monday to Friday
4. No weekends