Travel PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant

FocusStaff; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

401K matching

New licensing reimbursement

Job staffing in all 50 states

Competitive package

Job summary

Focus Staff is seeking a traveling Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a Jacksonville, FL assignment. The PTA will support a Physical Therapist in delivering patient care, following treatment plans and maintaining thorough documentation.

The role requires travel to multiple company locations and adherence to safety and licensing requirements. Qualified candidates must hold a PTA license, have CPR/BCLS certification, and possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active state PTA license.
• CPR/BCLS certified.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in patient treatment to restore function.
• Follow established guidelines and treatment plans.
• Document prognosis, goals, and responses; maintain communication with the nursing team.
• Support safety and infection control protocols.
• Maintain CPR/BCLS certification and equipment care.

Skills

PTA license

CPR/BCLS

Travel-ready

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical background preferred (MA/LPN)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Position

We currently have a client in Jacksonville, FL looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)!

Focus Staff is seeking a traveling Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) who is highly motivated and energetic. Candidates must be willing to support a friendly, positive and professional environment.

Contract Assignment

13 Weeks (Temporary)

Shift: 5x8 Days

Rewards

• Pay depends on location and experience.
• Health Insurance Coverage
• 401K matching
• New licensing reimbursement
• Job staffing in all 50 states
• We are offering a very competitive package to the right licensed PTA candidate.

Requirements

• Must maintain valid state physical therapist assistant license.
• Must possess basic computer skills; intermediate skills preferred.
• Must possess therapy services knowledge, leadership and delegation skills and experience.
• Must pass company required drug screen and physical and background screening.
• Must maintain a valid drivers license and have the ability to travel to company locations.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency is required. Prefer medical background such as MA or LPN.

Work Experience

At least 2 years of experience

Responsibilities

• Physical Therapist Assistant provides quality therapy services by assisting the Physical Therapist with the treatment of patients in order to restore them to their prior level of function.
• The Physical Therapist Assistant also must follow required guidelines.
• Individually designed programs of physical treatment are carried out to maintain, improve or restore physical function and alleviate pain in patients; appropriate and timely documentation of patient`s prognosis, treatment, goals, and response; education to stay informed on treatments and techniques to benefit the patient; establish and maintain channels of communication with nursing team and therapist.
• Assist with appropriate interventions (such as oxygen therapy via standing order) as necessary for patient safety.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
• Perform routine equipment care and maintenance and inventory evaluation.
• Maintain current CPR or BCLS certification.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of patients.
• Demonstrate appropriate social skills including effective verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrate ability to follow direction.
• Respond to study participant`s procedural-related inquiries by providing appropriate

Job Type & Location

Contract/Temporary/Travel

Jacksonville, FL

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