Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
About the role
As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you help patients get well. You are the person who can bring their power back. In doing this, you will implement physical therapy programs and activities, follow developed recovery plans, and deliver therapy treatments. You're a healer and a helper, which is why you got into this line of work. You're equally adept at addressing the whole patient and seeing them as an individual. You know your goal is to execute a program that will restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities. You're adaptable to the needs of the patient and can find joy in the variety of the work and the settings. You're a teammate and are looking for collaboration with your peers, but you're also happy to make referrals to help your patient get the care they need to thrive. You know that being a Physical Therapist Assistant means putting patients first; ensuring patients and their families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere.
Responsibilities
- Implement physical therapy programs and activities
- Follow developed recovery plans
- Deliver therapy treatments
- Execute a program that will restore, reinforce, and enhance patients' physical abilities
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association
- Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice
Pay & benefits
- Earn up to $44/hr (pay range: $32.00 - $40.00 /hr)
- $15,000 retention bonus
- New grad incentive bonus available – ask about our New Grad $25K Incentive Bonus
- MOD Comp Program available – ask for details
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for Full-Time team members; Dental and Vision for Part-Time team members
- Generous Paid Time Off for Full-Time and Part-Time team members
- Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program for new grads starting on day one
- Free CEUs through Medbridge for continuing education
- H-1B Visa & Green Card sponsorship support
- Journey Travel Program to work across the U.S. with full-time role security
- Exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more
- PowerZone Employee Recognition Program
- Clinicians in Action professional development program
Work environment
In facility, reporting to the Director of Rehab.