Physical Therapy Assistant

U.S. Department of Defense; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Defense seeks a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant at Weed Army Community Hospital, Fort Irwin, CA. The role involves a range of duties in physical therapy care for patients, requiring specialized experience or educational background in relevant fields. Candidates must be U.S. citizens with a license/certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant.

Benefits

Recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.

Salary negotiation may be available.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Graduate education in Physical Therapy, Kinesiology, or related fields may qualify.
• Must have BLS certification and a license as a Physical Therapy Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of complex Physical Therapy Assistant duties.
• Plan, coordinate, and administer diverse physical therapy programs.
• Provide instruction to patients and collaborate with the healthcare team.

Skills

Implementing physical therapy treatment plans

Instructing on physical therapy programs

Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams

Providing patient instructions

Education

Graduate level education in Physical Therapy or related field

Job description

About the Position: This position is located in Weed Army Community Hospital at Fort Irwin, CA.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation

• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.

**Highly Preferred - License/certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant
Duties

• Perform a wide range of complex Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) duties.
• Plan, coordinate, and administer diverse physical therapy programs for wounded, ill and injured patients.
• Initiate, implement, plan, and recommend progressive treatment plans.
• Provide instruction to patients, family members and/or other health workers to perform selected treatment procedures.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to make recommendations for the patient’s rehabilitation and reintegration needs.
• Complete administrative duties as required.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
• Position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions.
• Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations.
• A pre-placement medical examination is required.
• Moderate to heavy lifting up to 45 pounds is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
• This position has specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.

Qualifications
Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Basic Requirement for a Physical Therapy Assistant:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes implementing physical therapy treatment plans or instructing on physical therapy programs. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05).

OR

Education: A half year (i.e., 9 semester hours) of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position, such as Physical Therapy, Kinesiotherapy, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, or Exercise Science. NOTE: You MUST submit a copy of your transcripts.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 9. Add the two percentages. NOTE: You MUST submit a copy of your transcripts.

**Highly Preferred - License/certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant