Overview
Serves as Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) at the Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
Performs a wide range of complex PTA duties requiring an advanced practical knowledge of physical therapy, evidence-based medicine and data collection to perform specific aspects of evaluations and interventions.
Civilian Physical Therapy Assistant
- Relocation and Recruitment incentives MAY be authorized.
Salary: Up to-$61,643 per year
Benefits:https://civilianmedicaljobs.com/benefits/
Responsibilities
Duties
- Recommend various modalities of physical therapy, as prescribed, to include diathermy, hydrotherapy, massage, electrotherapy, ultrasound and therapeutic exercise.
- Ensure treatment plan is designed to maximize results in promotion of healing and pain relief while ultimately improving the patient's functional independence.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to make recommendations for the patient's rehabilitation and reintegration needs.
- Attend pertinent meetings as requested by the supervisory therapist and/or clinic director.
- Maintain treatment areas, administrative area, and personal spaces in a safe, orderly manner.
- Perform administrative duties as required, including but not limited to checking in patients, scheduling, and template management.
- Assist supervisor in making decisions relative to administrative responsibilities in the areas of supply, equipment and personnel.
Qualifications
Qualification Requirements:
One year of specialized experience which includes implementing physical therapy treatment plans, instructing on physical therapy programs, or providing status reports
- A current, active, valid, and unrestricted license or certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant from a state, the District of Columbia, or a territory of the United States is required.
Incentives:
Competitive salary and benefits
A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.Student Loan repayment may be authorized.