Local Contract Physical Therapy Assistant

World Nurses is seeking a local contract Physical Therapy Assistant for a local contract job in King City, California.

• Specialty:
  Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline:
  Therapy
• Duration:
  52 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Local Contract

Opportunities open across various states today. Enjoy weekly direct deposit and overtime pay. Competitive travel and housing benefits included.

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Shift: Days
Position Urgency: Normal

Job Summary

The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA), under the clinical supervision of a Physical Therapist, provides direct patient care using a variety of therapeutic procedures, modalities, and assistive devices. This role focuses on restoring muscle strength, range of motion, coordination, mobility, and body alignment, as well as relieving pain and improving overall movement and function. The Physical Therapy Assistant practices in accordance with the applicable State Practice Act.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Implement treatment plans using therapeutic exercises, modalities, and assistive devices
• Assist patients in improving mobility, strength, coordination, and functional ability
• Monitor patient progress and report responses to treatment to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Document treatment sessions and patient progress accurately and timely
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with rehabilitation and interdisciplinary care teams

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Licensure: Valid Physical Therapy Assistant license in the applicable state
• Experience: Less than one year of experience required

Specialty Information

• Specialty: Rehabilitation Therapy
• Sub-Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Rehabilitation Settings: Inpatient and Outpatient

Additional Requirements

• State license required upon acceptance
• No bilingual requirement
• No holiday coverage required

Only qualified and certified candidates may apply.

World Nurses specializes in the staffing of non-skilled and skilled

healthcare personnel. We love what we do: helping care professionals with

opportunities to expand their horizons and build their work experience. We

believe in the strength of teamwork. Our employees are at the core of our

business and we are happy every day finding the perfect matches in

placement.

• Medical benefits
• Referral bonus
• Relocation bonus