Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,400 per week

  • Town and Country
  • Elite Medical Staffing

Elite Medical Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Town & Country, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant Discipline: Therapy Start Date: 10/14/2024 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job 53170 PTAs implement components of patient care, obtain data related to the treatments provided, and collaborate with the PT to modify care as necessary. PTAs assist the physical therapist in the treatment of individuals of all ages, from newborns to people at the end of life. • Help patients stretch and exercise certain muscle groups • Read instructions from Physical Therapist • Work directly with Physical Therapist to assist patients • Speak with families to find best at-home techniques • Keep physical therapy clean and organized • Move patients from wheelchairs or walkers to physical therapy area • Complete administrative tasks, like scheduling appointments and filing paperwork • Teach patients techniques like balance training 1 year of PT experience - REQUIRED LTC or Rehab Experience - Required PTA -license -Required Certification Requirements -CPR State License Requirements -Missouri -Compact Allowed