PRN Physical Therapist Assistant
Core
Implement physical therapy programs and activities to restore, reinforce, and enhance patients' physical abilities in an outpatient clinic setting.
Role type
Physical Therapy Assistant (IC)
Builds
Patient recovery plans and functional mobility
Domain
Healthcare / Physical Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic modalities (ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat/cold), patient instruction in functional activities, orthopedic device fitting and training, vital signs measurement, range of motion assessment, workers' compensation reporting
Preferred skills
outpatient setting experience, exercise and sports rehab background
Technologies
ultrasound, electrical stimulation, traction equipment, orthopedic braces, prostheses, crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs
Responsibilities
Administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises and modalities; instruct patients in functional activities like ambulation and transfers; fit and train patients in orthopedic braces and supportive devices; document daily notes, progress reports, and incident reports; measure range of motion and vital signs; report patient progress to Physical Therapist and Clinical Director.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior (1+ year experience preferred, recent graduates encouraged)