Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Category : Physical Therapy Support

Location : PT Gilbert, Gilbert, AZ 85297, USA

Full-Time

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Benefits : $50,000-$70000, Competitive Health & Welfare Benefits, Monthly $43 stipend to use toward ancillary benefits, HSA with qualifying HDHP plans with company match, 401k plan after 6 months of service with company match (Part-time employees included), Employee Assistance Program that is available 24 / 7 to provide support, Employee Appreciation Days, Employee Wellness Events

Minimum Qualifications : At least 1 year experience in Physical Therapy (will consider new grads) Requires an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program and must be certified in the state of which physical therapist (PTA) practices

Requirements : Current state PTA certification

Preferred : Two years of experience in an outpatient physical therapy clinic. Experience with orthopedics

Essential Functions : Establishes and maintains effective communication with physicians, staff, and other departments. Executes plan of care within and in full compliance with state board recommendations and guidelines. Responds to patient questions and inquiries as required to resolve problems and maintain high patient standards. Documents care and other patient information for the medical record and per state practice act. Fully integrated as the primary member of the treatment team for each case in caseload. Complies with department policies and procedures and state regulations for OSHA and infection control. Assists with training Physical Therapy Technicians. Maintains patient confidentiality.

About Us : The Center for Orthopedic Research and Education, We don't mean to brag but did you know The CORE Institute has been ranked by Ranking Arizona : The Best of Arizona Businesses!? #1 for Orthopedic Practices #1 for Healthiest Healthcare Employers #3 for Best Healthcare Workplace Culture Winner in Best Places to Work

Abilities : Ability to communicate clearly and engage fully with providers, each patient, and any appropriate family members / support structures Ability to interpret appropriately physical therapy plan of care, participate in the development of progressions within the plan of care, and execution of the plan of care for every patient. Ability to use effective problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to integrate and communicate fully in a team atmosphere to best support patients / clients and colleagues / co-workers. Ability to work with and engage fully with patients of all ages, backgrounds, and ethnicities.

Environmental Working Conditions : Normal office environment. Some travel within the community.

Physical / Mental Demands : Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment. Requires occasional support all size patients in transfers. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Demands of kneeling, squatting, overhead lifting.

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