Travel Physical Therapy Assistant

Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing; Tualatin (OR); 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 seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant in Tualatin, Oregon. In this role, you will assist patients with exercises, maintain accurate records, and ensure a safe environment. The ideal candidate will have a current state license, excellent communication skills, and a nurturing attitude. Responsibilities include reviewing treatment plans, motivating patients, and maintaining equipment. Join our team and make a difference in patients' recovery!

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 each patient.
• Maintain accurate records for all patients.
• Mentor and encourage patients during recovery.
• Maintain all equipment to ensure a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to create a positive, nurturing environment

Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite

Ability to work well in a high-stress environment

Education

Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance

Job description

Benefits

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

Job Summary

Outpatient Orthopedics

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team! As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will be 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. You will also be recording accurate patient records, setting up all needed equipment and tools for each patient, and maintaining 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
• 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.