Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient
Sentara Therapy Center - Coliseum, Hampton, VA
Temporary Full Time & Day Shift
$43.00/hr!
Temporary Full Time, 14-week assignment
Day shift
40 hours/week
No benefits
Overview
Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist. May assist in developing treatment plans, carrying out routine functions, and documenting treatment progress within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist.
Performs modalities/therapeutic interventions by accepted standards of care and department policies and procedures.
Participates/assists with updates in the formal plan of care to address individual patient needs.
Provides effective instruction to the patient and family through standardized educational programs and/or individualized training.
Initiate, develop, and maintain collaborative interactions with internal and external team members, patients, and families to improve patient outcomes. Productive and efficient in daily operations.
Valid license required in state of practice.
Education
ALD - Associate's Level Degree – Physical Therapy Assistant
Certification/Licensure
Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA) – Virginia
Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA)
Experience
Previous physical therapy assistant experience (preferred)
Sentara Therapy Center - Coliseum is sensitive to each individuals fitness needs, including the physically limited, the elderly and those in chronic pain. The entire staff of licensed physical therapists and certified athletic trainers is CPR certified and is kept current in up-to-date treatment techniques available to athletes of all abilities. The professionals at Sentara Therapy Center are frequently asked to share their expertise through community education.
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