Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,627 per week
Nightingale Nurses · Glen Carbon, IL · Yesterday
On-siteHealthcareInternship
About the role
Nightingale Nurses - Allied is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for a 13-week assignment in Glen Carbon, Illinois.
Responsibilities
- Perform home health assessments
- Treatment of orthopedic conditions
- Treatment of geriatric patients
- Care for patients with cardiopulmonary needs
- Provide patient and family education
- Assist with patient transfers
- Collaborate with Physical Therapists
Requirements
- At least 2 years of Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) experience
- Previous experience in Home Health
- Active Illinois PTA license
- BLS certification
- Experience with EPIC
- Travel experience required
Qualifications
- Strong skills in home health assessments
- Expertise in orthopedics
- Knowledge of geriatrics
- Understanding of cardiopulmonary care
- Ability to educate patients and families
- Proficiency in patient transfers
- Good collaboration skills with Physical Therapists
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Flexibility to work in various settings
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Accommodations provided
- Professional development opportunities
Pay
$25 per hour
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM