Travel Physical Therapy Assistant

101 Sentara Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Therapy Center - Coliseum in Hampton, VA is seeking a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a 14-week assignment. You will administer PT treatments under a PT, help develop plans, and educate patients in an outpatient setting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and requires Virginia PTA licensure and BLS certification. The position is a temporary full-time, day shift with competitive hourly pay and potential additional

Qualifications

• ALD - Associate's Level Degree - PTA.
• PTA Certification/Licensure required for Virginia.
• Virginia BLS - AHA certification mentioned.
• Previous PTA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments under a PT's supervision.
• Develop and carry out treatment plans and document progress.
• Perform modalities and interventions per standards of care.
• Educate patients and families through programs and training.
• Collaborate with internal/external team members to improve outcomes.

Skills

PTA licensure

CPR certified

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree - PTA

PTA Certification/Licensure

Virginia BLS/AHA certification

Job description

City/State Hampton, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: 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.

Keywords: PTA, Physical Therapist Assistant, Rehab, Physical therapy, Outpatient, Rehab therapy, therapist, Hampton, peninsula, temp, temporary, travel, internal travel, #PTTravel, #internaltravel, Monster, Talroo-Allied Health We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $32.18 - $47.43 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan

Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Sentara Health is a Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina based not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider that has been in business for over 131 years.

The people of the communities that we serve have nominated Sentara "Employer of Choice" for over ten years. U.S. News and World Report has recognized Sentara as having the Best Hospitals for 15+ years.

Sentara offers professional development and a continued employment philosophy!