Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Description

The Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant will support the Physical Therapist in implementing treatment goals, plans, and programs to meet patients' long-term rehabilitation objectives. The role emphasizes patient safety, quality care, and effective communication. The ideal candidate will embrace the values of teamwork, results orientation, and resourcefulness while promoting a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals and programs as established by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist in various therapeutic interventions, including posture training, strength training, endurance training, and balance exercises.
• Train patients in locomotion via orthotics, prosthetics, or assistive devices.
• Monitor patient responses and make interventions as necessary.
• Document patient progress and engage in patient and family education.
• Maintain safety standards and compliance with safety, infection control, and clinic policies.
• Participate in team conferences and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• CAPTE Certification and active license for the state where work will be performed.
• 1+ year of outpatient clinical experience.
• Current CPR Certification.

Schedule

This is a 13-week contract position with a 5x8.0 schedule.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!