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✨Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Internal Travel Program✨

Symbria · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Review assigned patient charts and gather necessary background information
  • Avoid evaluation data outside PTA scope of experience and seek guidance from the supervising Physical Therapist
  • Modify short-term goals and adapt treatment techniques to meet individual patient needs and established care plans
  • Discuss treatment plans and progress with patients and families as appropriate
  • Administer prescribed Physical Therapy programs to restore and maintain function and prevent disability, including:
    • Therapeutic exercises for lower extremity function, strength, and balance
    • Activities to improve coordination and mobility
    • Instruction in self-care tasks such as transfers, bed mobility, and ambulation
    • Education on body mechanics, joint protection, and work simplification
  • Complete accurate and timely clinical and billing documentation
  • Collaborate with the rehabilitation team to support quality patient outcomes
  • Maintain productivity standards and comply with Symbria policies, Code of Conduct, and travel contract terms
  • Utilize provided technology to support documentation and patient care
  • Travel to assigned Symbria locations and provide personal transportation between assignments
  • Perform additional duties as assigned
  • Qualifications

    • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
    • Active PTA license in Symbria operating states or ability to obtain licensure (including compact eligibility)
    • Must hold a full license in state of residence if using a compact license
    • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
    • Excellent observation, problem-solving, and basic math skills
    • Customer-focused mindset with strong teamwork abilities
    • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
    • Experience in acute care, long-term care, or rehabilitation preferred (not required)

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