Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - SNF / LTC - Contract

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) plan

Direct deposit

CEU Reimbursement

Housing accommodations

Assignment completion bonuses

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc. is seeking an experienced or newly graduated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a contract assignment in the United States, Tampa area.

The PTA works under the supervision of a Registered or Licensed Physical Therapist to use a range of treatments aimed at improving mobility and reducing pain. Responsibilities include providing skilled PT services, implementing treatment plans, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to reach patient goals.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate's degree from an accredited school.
• Current state license as a PTA or in the process of licensure as PTA.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy services under supervision of a PT.
• Implement and modify the patient's plan of treatment under supervision of a PT.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

A great SNF / LTC 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 and 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.

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