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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,663 per week in Yuma, AZ

Malone Healthcare

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • $1,663

Highlights

Evaluate patients' functional abilities and limitations, establish individualized plans of care, and set functional, measurable treatment goals in collaboration with patients and their families or caregivers. Communicate pertinent patient information, treatment results, and progress to physicians, nursing staff, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team in a clear and timely manner.

Numbers & Facts

LocationYuma, AZ
Salary$1,663

Description

Key Responsibilities
  • Evaluate patients' functional abilities and limitations, establish individualized plans of care, and set functional, measurable treatment goals in collaboration with patients and their families or caregivers
  • Implement and deliver skilled physical therapy treatment with consideration for each patient's physical, social, cultural, and age-specific needs, while continuously assessing and modifying the plan of care as needed
  • Document all evaluations, treatment sessions, and patient progress in accordance with professional practice guidelines and departmental time frame requirements
  • Communicate pertinent patient information, treatment results, and progress to physicians, nursing staff, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team in a clear and timely manner
  • Demonstrate adaptability in caseload, scheduling, and staffing assignments, and assist in other patient care areas as needed
  • Participate in departmental meetings, process improvement initiatives, and meet established productivity standards
Required Qualifications
  • Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program or equivalent
  • Current Physical Therapy Assistant license in the state of practice (Arizona)
  • Current BLS certification required
  • Demonstrated clinical competency, training, and education sufficient to perform all job-related functions
Preferred Experience / Skills
  • Experience working within an acute care or hospital-based therapy setting
  • Familiarity with supervising or delegating to therapy technicians or students in compliance with regulatory guidelines
  • Experience collaborating within an interdisciplinary team environment
Why Join Us
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic acute care environment where you can make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and recovery
  • Join a collaborative therapy team committed to evidence-based, patient-centered care


Job ID 895795

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