Travel Physical Therapy Assistant

Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits with 4% 401 K matching

Tax-Free Travel Stipends

Relocation Assist

Job summary

Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. This role is ideal for new graduates and offers comprehensive benefits, including tax-free travel stipends and relocation assistance. The Physical Therapy Assistant will work closely with patients to encourage their rehabilitation, maintain treatment records, and ensure a safe and clean work environment. The candidate should possess state licensing in physical therapy assistance and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks.
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Maintain accurate records for all patients and their treatment.
• Assist patients using support devices like a walker or wheelchair.
• Mentor and encourage patients through major life changes.
• Maintain all equipment and ensure a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to create a positive environment

Decision making in high-stress environment

Education

Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

• Full Benefits with 4% 401 K matching, sick days, PTO
• Tax-Free Travel Stipends
• Relocation Assist

Job Summary: Outpatient Ortho NEW GRAD FRIENDLY

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team. The role involves working closely with patients each day to assist them as they exercise or practice daily tasks, motivate and encourage them, and correct their posture or form as needed. They will record accurate patient records, set up all needed equipment and tools for each patient, and maintain a clean, safe work environment. The ideal candidate works well both independently and within a team, can maintain a positive attitude to encourage patients in recovery, and has existing knowledge of physical therapy guidelines and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety.
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress.
• Assist patients using support devices such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair.
• Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives.
• Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.