Ready to make your next career move? VieMed Healthcare Staffing is a premier staffing agency that specializes in connecting skilled professionals with healthcare facilities, ensuring seamless continuity of care and unparalleled service delivery. We are committed to quality, reliability, and integrity for both our candidates and clients. Join us in our mission to elevate healthcare staffing to new heights. We take care of you, so you can take care of others. VHS is looking for a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant.
- City: Abilene
- State: TX
- Start Date: 2024-11-25
- End Date: 2027-09-30
- Duration: 3 years
- Shift: 8 Hour Day Shifts.
- Skills: PTA
- W2 Pay Rate: $32.00/hr plus 11 Paid Federal Holidays ($33.28/hr blended)
- Certification Requirements: Please confirm credential requirements with VHS upon application.
At VieMed, Live Your Life isn't just a company tagline. It's a passionate commitment to improving the lives of every patient and employee.Benefits Include:
- Competitive Pay Packages
- Weekly Pay Schedule via Direct Deposit
- Comprehensive Medical Benefits
- Dental and Vision Supplemental Benefits
- 401(k) with match
- Robust Referral Bonus Program
- 24/7 Dedicated team committed to your success throughout your time with VHS
- Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state, federal and local laws
- Licensure, certification, travel and other reimbursements when applicable
ResponsibilitiesWork Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9 hours between 7:00am and 5:00pm, including a one hour lunch No Weekends or Holidays,Job Specific Details and Tasks: The duties include, but are not limited to the following: • Carry out a program of corrective exercise and treatment for assigned patients, as directed by the physical therapist. Under supervision, administer such treatment as exercise, gait training, massage, whirlpool, hot packs, diathermy, ultrasound, paraffin, ice packs and traction. 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. QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: • Degree: Associates Degree.• Education: Graduate from a college or university accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).• Experience: One year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant after graduation.• License: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a physical therapy assistant or possess current certification as a physical therapy assistant/technician as determined by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). • Life Support Certification: Possess a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification. • Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.