Therapy - PTA

Cynet Health; Lamar (CO); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cynet Health in Lamar, CO seeks a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Rehabilitation Therapy team for a 13-week contract. You will provide PT services under the supervision of a licensed PT, delivering patient interventions and recording progress in inpatient settings.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience, current state licensure, BLS certification, and inpatient experience.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills required for interacting with patients, families, and staff.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a rehab team and adapt to patient needs.

Responsabilités

• Provide physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Implement selected components of patient interventions and document progress.
• Adjust interventions to progress the patient safely and effectively.
• Support inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings as needed.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Formation

PTA program graduate

Description du poste

Therapy - PTA

Profession: Rehabilitation Therapy

Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day Shift M-F

Hours per Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience

License: Current credentialing by the applicable State Physical Therapy Board

Certifications: Verification card of current instruction in BLS

Must-Have: Inpatient experience

Description:The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will work as part of a team to provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist.The PTA will implement selected components of patient interventions and obtain data related to the interventions provided.The PTA will make modifications in selected interventions either to progress the patient as directed by the physical therapist or to ensure patient safety and comfort.PTAs assist in the treatment of individuals of all ages, from newborns to the elderly, who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities.Patient care is provided in inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings.The Physical Therapist Assistant reports directly to the Rehabilitation Manager.Astute communication skills are essential for interactions with employees, physicians, visitors, and administration.The ability to adjust to job situations that involve many different people and projects is required.The PTA must have the ability and competency to operate necessary equipment and perform technical procedures professionally.Education qualifications include graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.Experience primarily in outpatient settings is preferred.Bilingual capabilities are helpful.The working environment includes a modern rehabilitation gymnasium that is clean, well-lit, and climate-controlled.There may be exposure to unpleasant sights, smells, and infectious diseases.