Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Mobile Outpatient

Powerback; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

Mentorship for New Grads

Free CEUs

Visa sponsorship

Relocation assistance

Rewards program

Clinicians in Action

Job summary

Powerback, a leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, is hiring licensed physical therapists to join our diverse rehabilitation teams. You will provide patient-centered care across settings and collaborate with therapists to implement individualized treatment plans.

We offer mentorship for new grads, continuing education, competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, visa sponsorship and relocation support, and opportunities to travel across the U.S. with a full-time role.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid license in the state(s) of practice.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to and from patients’ residences.

Responsibilities

• Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and required meetings as a representative of physical therapy.
• Ensures adherence to department and patient treatment schedules with timely documentation.
• Collaborates with rehabilitation team to implement patient-centered programs.
• Assists the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Instructs patients, families and caregivers in PT techniques under supervision.
• Maintains timely documentation for all patients treated.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and reports repair needs.
• Puts patient service first and ensures compassionate care.
• Implements individualized treatment plans as established by the PT.

Skills

Valid license

Driver's license

Job description

Overview

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive.

With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

• Benefits:We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.


• Paid Time Off:We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.


• Support for New Grads:Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.


• Continuing Education:Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.


• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance:We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.


• Perks at Powerback:Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

1. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist.


2. Responsible for adherence to department and patient treatment schedule, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements as well as work related meetings.


3. Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.


4. Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.


5. Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.


6. Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.


7. Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.


8. Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.


9. Implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.


10. Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including but not limited to:
    
    
    
    • Therapeutic exercise including aerobic capacity conditioning, balance coordination, agility training, body mechanics and postural stabilization, flexibility exercises, gait and locomotion training, neuromotor development training, relaxation, strength, power, and endurance training
    
    
    • Functional training
    
    
    • Manual therapy
    
    
    • Airway clearance techniques
    
    
    • Integumentary repair and protection
    
    
    • Use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent and mechanical modalities
    
    
    • Health and Wellness
    
    
    • Falls Risk Interventions
    
    
    • Chronic Disease Management Education
    
    
    
    


11. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

1. Must have a valid license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.


2. Must have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence.

Posted Salary Range

USD $35.00 - USD $42.00 /Hr.