Therapy - PTA

Cynet Health; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health in New Mexico seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a 13-week assignment in the Silver City area. Under a Physical Therapist's supervision, you will treat patients and help improve mobility while implementing prescribed treatment plans.

The role requires NM PTA licensure, with 1 year of experience preferred. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; aquatic therapy may be requested, with competency testing within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Must have New Mexico Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Minimum Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.
• AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Apply physical therapy procedures to improve mobility and relieve pain.
• Work in both inpatient and outpatient settings as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Complete aquatic competency test if aquatic therapy is required.

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Therapy - PTA

Profession: PTA

Specialty: Therapy

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Monday to Friday

Hours per Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Experience: Minimum 1 year preferred

License: New Mexico Physical Therapy Assistant license required

Certifications: AHA BLS within 90 days of hire

Must-Have:

• Minimum Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant
• Ability to pass the Rehab Department Aquatic Competency test within 90 days of hire if aquatic therapy will be part of work/treatment requirements

Description:Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for treating patients who require physical therapy services.S/he uses physical treatment procedures to help improve mobility and relieve pain and disability caused by disease or injury.As a member of an interdisciplinary team, the Physical Therapy Assistant provides treatment in both inpatient and outpatient settings, executing the goals given by the supervising Physical Therapist.