Travel Physical Therapy Assistant

AECOM; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 1,000 - 3,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant for their Associate Travel Program. This full-time position involves executing therapy plans, documenting patient progress, and coordinating support staff in various healthcare settings. With competitive pay and extensive benefits, it's a chance to make a difference in patient care while traveling locally and nationally.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days from hire.
• Licensed Rehab Therapist specializing in Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• 2 years cumulative experience or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical therapy under supervision.
• Provide interventions under a therapist's plan.
• Document treatments and coordinate aides' activities.

Skills

BLS Certification

Physical Therapy Techniques

Patient Care

Education

High School diploma or Associate's degree

Job description

**Details**

+ $1,905 - $2,590 Weekly Rate

+ **Department:** Associate Travel Program - PT Assistant

+ **Schedule:** Multiple Shifts available, 40 hours per week

+ **Hospital:** Multiple Ascension acute care hospitals

+ **Location:** **Local and national travel options are available dependent on need.**

This position is a permanent, full time position made up of 8-13 week assignments - not a short term option or temporary contract. Ability to extend as needed. Benefited positions available, rate changes will apply.

For more information about the internal Ascension Travel Program, please visit our site (https://about.ascension.org/our-work/associate-travel-program) .

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Conduct medically prescribed physical therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist.

+ Provide physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.

+ Perform therapy interventions utilizing techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient population.

+ Document treatment interventions given.

+ May coordinate activities of physical therapy aides, students and other support personnel.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s):

+ BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

+ Licensed Rehab Therapist specializing in Physical Therapy Asst obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

+ High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

**Additional Preferences**

Additional Preferences:

+ One year of Cath Lab or Interventional Radiology Experience.

+ One year of **recent** experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant

+ Travelers must be willing to travel 50+ miles from permanent residence.

+ Local and national travel options are available dependent on need. Candidates are stipend eligible for sites over 50+ miles from their permanent residence. Partner with Recruitment to learn more.

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