AK TDY Physical Therapy Assistant 71hr Bill Rate, Housing & Airfare Reimbursed

Bethel, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary: Responsible for directing modifying and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the Physical Therapist. Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the Physical Therapist after the Physical Therapist has evaluated the patient. The PTA assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The PTA participates in operational aspects of the department maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in PI activities. Participates in all infection control departmental equipment training organizational training and fire safety programs. Patients cared for or interacted with are infants pediatrics adolescents adults and geriatric. Position Qualifications: Graduated from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)-accredited physical therapy assistant education program. Usually a 2-year degree that covers essential topics such as anatomy physiology biomechanics kinesiology and clinical pathology. Experience is preferred but not required at this time Must be licensed in good standing in Alaska as a Physical Therapist Assistant or have all appropriate FSBPT paperwork completed to work as a Student Physical Therapist Assistant post-graduation while studying to take the licensure exam. Current BLS.

Shift: Days M-F 8-5

Specialty Type: Rehabilitation Therapy

Sub Specialties: Physical Therapy Assistant

General Certifications: General Certifications(BLS/BCLS)

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