Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Bow Washington

Company: FSR (Federal Staffing Resources)
Location: Bow, Washington
Posted On: 04/14/2024

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) job in Oak Harbor, Washington.

• Veterans and Military Spouses Encouraged to Apply
• Any U.S. state licensure honored
• Civilian position providing care to the Naval community
• Monday-Friday days Compensation/Benefits:
  
  • Health and Welfare Fringe Benefits $4.41 per hour
  • $25-29 per hour
  • Paid Time Off - 10 days
  • Paid Holidays -11 days
  • Paid Sick Time - 2.154 hours for every 80 hours worked accrual rate
  • Company-funded match and safe harbor 401(k)
  • Medical, Dental and vision plans available
  • Life insurance and accidental death plans available
  • Short-term and long-term disability plans available
  • TRICARE Supplemental available
  • Supplemental Benefit plans available
  • Referral bonuses
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance Plans available
  • Will Preparation Services available Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Job Overview:
    
    • Carry out a program of corrective exercise and treatment for assigned patients, as directed by the physical therapist.
    • Under supervision, administer such treatment as exercise, gait training, massage, whirlpool, hot packs, diathermy, ultrasound, paraffin, ice packs and traction.
    • Instruct patients on segments of the program including proper use of wheelchairs, crutches, braces, and prosthetic appliances and devices.
    • Administer traction to relieve neck and back pain, using intermittent and static traction equipment. Instruct, motivate, and assist patients to learn and improve functional activities.
    • Observe patients during treatments and compile and evaluate data on patients' responses to treatments and progress and report orally or in writing to the physical therapist.
    • Fit patients for, adjust, and train patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
    • Confer with members of the physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
    • Coordinate with other departments and the clinic staff to provide complete care to patients.
      Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Job Qualifications:
      
      • One year of full-time experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant within the last three years in a Physical Therapy environment.
      • Two letters of recommendation written within the last two years attesting to clinical skills.
      • Associates Degree
      • Graduate from a college or university accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
      • License: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a physical therapy assistant or possess current certification as a physical therapy assistant/technician as determined by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
      • Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association
        Come join our team of healthcare professionals!
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        FSR employs healthcare professionals at government medical facilities providing care to military service members, retirees, and their families. Since 2004, FSR has built mutually beneficial, sustainable partnerships with healthcare professionals and our clients nationwide.
        FSR is an award winning organization built with committed professionals with a unified vision of helping others. We are honored to be named one of the Baltimore Sun's Top Workplaces!
        Federal Staffing Resources dba FSR is an Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran/military spouse
        This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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