Physical Therapist Assistant

Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy•Central Point, OR

110d•$26 - $32

About The Position

Therapeutic Associates Central Point Physical Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. The role includes implementing selected components of patient interventions and the physical therapist’s treatment plan, collecting intervention-related data, and making modifications as directed to progress the patient or support safety and comfort. The assistant documents care accurately and promptly, communicates patient progress and relevant changes to team members, educates patients within the scope of practice, and participates in reassessments and discharge planning. The organization describes itself as a privately owned physical therapy company with clinics across the Pacific Northwest. It emphasizes professional and clinical development, collaboration, innovation, inclusion, community involvement, and locally directed clinics supported by the resources of a larger organization.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher as a Physical Therapist Assistant from an institution accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Current State Physical Therapist Assistant License.
Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Implement selected components of patient interventions, obtain related data, and make modifications as directed by the physical therapist to progress the patient or ensure safety and comfort.
Provide quality physical therapy services by implementing the treatment plan established by the patient’s physical therapist.
Produce accurate, relevant, and timely documentation based on the physical therapist’s prescribed course of treatment.
Communicate treatment progression, treatment changes, and recommended medical follow-up to team members as appropriate.
Educate and counsel patients on treatment goals, safety risks, and other issues within the scope of practice.
Participate in team reassessments and discharge planning.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance with vision and prescription coverage and dental insurance for employees and their families.
Interactive wellness program with rewards for balanced, healthy living and mental health.
Employee Assistance Plan.
Teledoc.
Life and AD&D insurance for employees and their families.
Long-term disability coverage.
Accrue up to 15 days of PTO for sick and vacation time, increasing with tenure.
Six paid holidays, one charitable giving day, and up to two personal holidays.
401(k) and profit-sharing program, up to 5% of total compensation.
Continuing education package, including an annual $750 stipend, up to two days of continuing education PTO annually, and a MedBridge Learning Subscription.
Tuition Advancement program for pre- and post-professional education, subject to an application process.
Employee Service Scholarship, subject to an application process.
Community and philanthropic support through individual grants and paid time off.