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Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA - LTAC

Invest in your future by discovering a facility inMacon, GAwith resources, technology, and opportunities that will positively impact the rest of your healthcare career. This specialty hospital cares for patients who are chronically and critically ill or post-ICU who require extended hospital care.Physical Therapist Assistantsare valued care team members focused on helping patients with medically complex conditions regain their quality of life.

PAY:

$1,575/Weekly Gross

$42/Hourly

37.5 Hours/Week

ABOUT CAREERSTAFF UNLIMITED:

CareerStaff Unlimited, LLC (“CareerStaff”) is a renowned industry leader in healthcare staffing, managed services, and workforce solutions. For over 30 years, we've connected our clients with talented healthcare professionals to deliver proven excellence in patient care. With a gold star in Joint Commission-certified healthcare services, we offer per diem, local, and travel career opportunities for allied, interim healthcare leadership, nursing, and pharmacy.

CAREERSTAFF BENEFITS FOR THE PTA PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT:

• Flexible Schedules

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and 401(k)

• Guaranteed Weekly Direct Deposit

• 24/7 Clinical Services Team & Unparalleled Support

• Bonus Programs available!

Our strong, long-term connections with exclusive healthcare facilities mean a new world of possibilities for your career! Opportunities with CareerStaff put you on an inside track to give you access to more career opportunities and get your dream job faster than going at it alone.

MORE ABOUT THE PTA PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT POSITION:

CareerStaff Unlimited partners with companies around the country to raise the bar in healthcare by setting new standards for quality care and personalized service. Responsibilities for thisPhysical Therapist Assistantopportunity include, but are not limited to:

• Implements treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the Physical Therapist.

• Assists the Physical Therapist in carrying out the following therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients’ long term goals: Posture training, Strengthening exercise, Endurance/cardiac training, Balance exercises, Coordination exercise, Joint mobility and muscle lengthening, Pain relief, Functional skills training, Community re-entry training.

• Trains patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, or assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs. Demonstrates use of gait, belt, and safety awareness. Demonstrates proper guarding techniques. Orders and instructs patients in the use of prescribed equipment.

• Demonstrates the use of the following modalities: Whirlpools, Hot/cold packs, Paraffin bath, TNS/respond, Wheelchairs/cushions, Therapeutic pool, Ultrasound, Iontophoresis, Fluidotherapy, Air splints.

• Monitors patient’s response and intervenes as necessary.

• Documents patient progress and response to treatment weekly.

• Abides by all safety, infection control, and other guidelines as required. Utilizes hand-washing techniques. Wears gloves, goggles, and gowns as appropriate. Maintains a clean treatment area. Follows guidelines for treating patients in isolation. Cleans equipment between patient usage as required. Reports personal symptoms of suspected illness or contagious diseases to the Employee Health Nurse.

JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PTA PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT:

• 2 years of verifiable, supervised acute care experience within the last 3 years

• Valid PTA license in GA

• BLS issued by the AHA

CareerStaff is proud to be a six-time Great Place to Work™ and Diversity for Social Impact™ certified source of healthcare careers. Our award-winning team of recruitment professionals connects clinicians with unique career opportunities nationwide that match your lifestyle. Premium pay, exclusive benefits, and unparalleled customer service make CareerStaff the top choice for over 6,500 healthcare professionals.

CareerStaff Unlimited is proud to practice Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action (EEO/AA).

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Other Info

• Job City: Macon

• Setting: LTAC

• Order ID:846245

• Hourly Comp:$42

• Weekly Comp:$1,575

• Total Comp:$20,475