Travel Allied-Physical Therapist Assistant, Inpatient

StaffDNA; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Salt Lake City is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their inpatient care team. The PTA will support licensed therapists in helping patients regain mobility and strength during hospital stays. This role involves administering therapeutic exercises, monitoring progress, and educating patients on recovery techniques. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, along with opportunities for career advancement and continuing education support.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Paid Time Off

Support for Continuing Education

Qualifications

• Assist physical therapists in implementing treatment plans.
• Monitor patients' progress and report findings.

Responsibilities

• Administer therapeutic exercises and mobility training.
• Maintain documentation of treatments and patient progress.

Skills

Patient Education

Mobility Training

Therapeutic Exercises

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Inpatient

We are seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our inpatient care team. In this role, you will work under the supervision of licensed physical therapists to help patients regain mobility and strength during their hospital stays.

Key Responsibilities :

• Assist physical therapists in implementing treatment plans tailored to patients' recovery needs.
• Administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and mobility training as directed by the supervising therapist.
• Monitor patients' progress during therapy sessions and report findings to the physical therapist.
• Educate patients on exercises and techniques to support continued recovery after discharge.
• Maintain accurate documentation of treatments provided and patient progress.
• The role is based in hospital inpatient units where PTAs help patients recovering from surgeries, injuries, or illnesses requiring intensive rehabilitation.
• This position requires physical stamina as it involves assisting patients with mobility exercises throughout the day in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits :

• A competitive salary with opportunities for career advancement within inpatient rehabilitation settings.
• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.
• Support for continuing education programs to enhance your expertise as a PTA.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Your commitment to improving patient outcomes is valued here. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive professionally while delivering exceptional care to our patients during their recovery journeys.

• This information is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Actual job responsibilities may vary by location.

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