Travel Physical Therapy Assistant

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 59,236; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hampton, VA is seeking a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a 14-week assignment. Responsibilities include administering therapy treatments under supervision, assisting with treatment plans, and providing patient education. Candidates must hold a Physical Therapist Assistant License in Virginia, have an Associate's degree in the relevant field, and previous experience is preferred. This position offers a competitive rate of $43.00/hr for a day shift role.

Qualifications

• Valid license required in the state of practice.
• Previous physical therapy assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under supervision.
• Assist in developing treatment plans and documenting treatment progress.
• Provide effective instruction to patients and families.

Skills

Patient instruction

Collaborative interactions

Therapeutic interventions

Education

ALD - Associate's Level Degree – Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Sentara Therapy Center - Coliseum in Hampton, VA is hiring a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to work a 14-week assignment!

Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient

Sentara Therapy Center - Coliseum, Hampton, VA

Temporary Full Time & Day Shift

• $43.00/hr!

• Temporary Full Time, 14-week assignment

• Day shift

• 40 hours/week

• No benefits

Overview

Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist. May assist in developing treatment plans, carrying out routine functions, and documenting treatment progress within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist.

Performs modalities/therapeutic interventions by accepted standards of care and department policies and procedures.

Participates/assists with updates in the formal plan of care to address individual patient needs.

Provides effective instruction to the patient and family through standardized educational programs and/or individualized training.

Initiate, develop, and maintain collaborative interactions with internal and external team members, patients, and families to improve patient outcomes. Productive and efficient in daily operations.

Valid license required in state of practice.

Education

• ALD - Associate\'s Level Degree – Physical Therapy Assistant

Certification/Licensure

• Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA) – Virginia

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA)

Experience

• Previous physical therapy assistant experience (preferred)

Sentara Therapy Center - Coliseum is sensitive to each individuals fitness needs, including the physically limited, the elderly and those in chronic pain. The entire staff of licensed physical therapists and certified athletic trainers is CPR certified and is kept current in up-to-date treatment techniques available to athletes of all abilities. The professionals at Sentara Therapy Center are frequently asked to share their expertise through community education.

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