PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant

Origin Travel Nurses; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k retirement plan

Housing allowance

Travel reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for long-term care and rehabilitation in Norman, OK. The PTA will provide rehabilitative services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and follow evidence-based practices.

The schedule is Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts; times are flexible and coordinated with the Director of Rehabilitation. Active PTA license required; 1+ year experience preferred; new grads with Level II welcome.

Qualifications

• 1+ years PTA experience required.
• Long-term care or rehabilitation experience required.
• Active Physical Therapist Assistant license required.
• New graduates with Level II experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Utilize evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Provide skilled treatment under supervision, including manual techniques, ambulation, therapeutic exercises, and modalities.
• Assess patient progress and communicate findings to the supervising Physical Therapist for treatment adjustments.
• Document all required information in the electronic documentation system in accordance with company policies.
• Participate in patient care conferences and utilization review meetings.
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients and their families regarding physical disorders.
• Supervise and support students under the guidance of the Physical Therapist.
• Adhere to APTA and state regulations, maintaining current licensure.

Skills

Evidence-based practice

Manual techniques

Therapeutic exercises

Ambulation training

Documentation skills

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant

Schedule

Days: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts. Times are flexible as long as they are consistent and communicated with the Director of Rehabilitation.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will provide rehabilitative and medically necessary treatment interventions to patients with physical functioning disorders under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The PTA will utilize evidence-based practices to support clinical interventions, administer various rehabilitation procedures, and assess patient progress to ensure effective treatment outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Utilize evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Provide skilled treatment interventions under supervision, including manual techniques, ambulation, therapeutic exercises, and modalities.
• Assess patient progress and communicate findings to the supervising Physical Therapist for treatment adjustments.
• Document all required information in the electronic documentation system in accordance with company policies.
• Participate in patient care conferences and utilization review meetings.
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients and their families regarding physical disorders.
• Supervise and support students under the guidance of the Physical Therapist.
• Adhere to APTA and state regulations, maintaining current licensure.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• 1+ years of Physical Therapist Assistant experience is required.
• Long-term care or rehabilitation experience is required.
• Active Physical Therapist Assistant license is required.
• New graduates with Level II experience will be considered.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms - 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. - 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley - 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!