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(Archived) Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Last Updated: 12/16/18

Job Description

Contract position with a Spring 2019 start date. Position contingent on contract award. Incumbents highly encourage to contact us. Come join our team of healthcare professionals!

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) job in Glendale, Arizona.

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) job is within the military medical system and is a civilian position. Civilian and military personnel work together in the extensive military medical system. The hospitals and medical clinics provide services to the active duty military service members, military retirees, and their families and provide a full range of medical services.

Our employees are our best assets! Come join our team of healthcare professionals where you are valued.

  • Monday-Friday
  • Days
  • Fantastic PTO accrual rate
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Benefit Package (health, dental, and vision plans)
  • Dedication Program Manager to support your employment

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Job Overview:

  • Carry out a program of corrective exercise and manual treatment for assigned patients, as directed by the physical therapist.
  • Under supervision, administer prescribed modalities to relieve pain, using available equipment.
  • Instruct patients on segments of the program including proper use of wheelchairs, crutches, braces, and prosthetic appliances and devices.
  • Administer traction to relieve neck and back pain, using intermittent and static traction equipment. Instruct, motivate, and assist patients to learn and improve functional activities.
  • Observe patients during treatments and compile and evaluate data on patients' responses to treatments and progress and report orally or in writing to the physical therapist.
  • Fit patients for, adjust, and train patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
  • Confer with members of the physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
  • Coordinate with other departments and the clinic staff to provide complete care to patients.

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Job Qualifications:

  • BLS
  • Associates Degree

  • Graduate from a college or university accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

  • One year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant after graduation, with at least 6 months in an orthopedic setting.

  • PTA Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted or possess current certification as a physical therapy assistant/technician as determined by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

Position contingent on contract award. Contract starts Spring 2019. Incumbents HIGHLY encourage to contact us! Come join our team of healthcare professionals!

Company Details

Annapolis, Maryland, United States
FSR’s Government Division employs healthcare professionals in government healthcare facilities supporting active duty military service members, military retirees, and their families nationwide. Civilian healthcare professionals work alongside military providers in the extensive military medical system that includes renowned facilities such as the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Lands...