Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Overview

TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long term care providers. We are growing and looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant to join the team.

Department: Quality Care Rehab

Location: Haven of Sky Harbor

Compensation: $35.00 - $38.00 / hour

• As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you are an integral part of the rehabilitation team, working under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist to help patients regain movement, alleviate pain, and restore function following injury, illness, or surgery.
• Patient Care Implementation:
  Assist in the implementation of treatment plans developed by the physical therapist to address patients' specific rehabilitation goals and functional needs.
• Therapeutic Exercise and
  
  Activities:
  
  Lead patients through prescribed exercises and therapeutic activities designed to enhance their physical function and promote recovery. Physical Therapist Assistants instruct patients on proper exercise techniques, monitor their progress, and provide feedback to ensure safe and effective participation.
• Modalities and Physical Agents:
  Ensure the proper application of various treatment modalities, monitor patient responses, and adjust treatment parameters as necessary to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
• Patient and Family
  
  Education:
  
  Educate patients and their families on injury prevention strategies, proper body mechanics, and techniques for managing pain and discomfort.
• Progress Monitoring and Reporting:
  Monitor patients' responses to treatment interventions, documenting their progress and any changes in functional status or treatment tolerance. Communicate regularly with the supervising physical therapist, providing updates on patient progress and collaborating on adjustments to the treatment plan as needed.

• Degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current license/certification in the state of practice

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.

• Flexible Scheduling.
• Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities.
• Mental Wellbeing Support Program.