PTA: Hands-On Rehab & Growth with Sign-On Bonus

Carle Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1,500 new grads

Sign-on bonus $2,500 1+ year exp

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement the plan of care established by the physical therapist for patients of all ages. You will serve as a clinical resource for staff and students and support education across the care team.

This role offers a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for those moving 50+ miles. The position requires an Associate’s Degree, licensure as a PTA, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (IDFPR) and BLS within 30 days.
• Board Eligible/Required to complete board exam and continuing education for acute stroke care.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients and families using effective teaching methods.
• Follows plan of care and documents communications and patient progress.
• Completes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR.
• Coordinates with PT on patient treatment interventions and progress.

Skills

Patient education

Documentation

Therapy interventions

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Therapy EMR

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement the plan of care established by the physical therapist for patients of all ages. You will serve as a clinical resource for staff and students and support education across the care team.

This role offers a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for those moving 50+ miles. The position requires an Associate’s Degree, licensure as a PTA, and BLS.