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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Juneau, AK

Malone Healthcare

  • Juneau, AK
  • 2 days ago

    Highlights

    Join a mission-driven healthcare organization committed to serving a unique and underserved patient population in Southeast Alaska, with opportunities to provide care across diverse community and remote settings. Implement physical therapy treatment plans under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, serving both inpatient and outpatient populations across a variety of settings.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationJuneau, AK

    Description

    Key Responsibilities
    • Implement physical therapy treatment plans under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, serving both inpatient and outpatient populations across a variety of settings
    • Document patient encounters including diagnoses, treatment plans, recommendations, and prognoses in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
    • Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team members - including nurses, referring providers, and rehabilitation professionals - to coordinate patient care and discharge planning
    • Develop and deliver patient and family education programs, including home exercise programs, with sensitivity to cross-cultural considerations
    • Assist with acquisition and fitting of durable medical equipment and devices based on individual patient needs
    • Participate in occasional multi-day travel to remote locations, which may include travel by boat or small plane in variable weather conditions
    Required Qualifications
    • Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from a CAPTE-accredited program
    • Active Physical Therapist Assistant license issued by the Alaska State Board of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
    • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
    • Valid driver's license
    • Clinical Competency Assessment and High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years thereafter
    • Adherence to APTA ethical and practice standards, as well as Alaska Board of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Principles of Practice
    Preferred Experience / Skills
    • Experience in acute care hospital and clinical outpatient settings
    • Proficiency with adaptive devices including splints, braces, orthoses, seating equipment, durable medical equipment, and ADL assistive devices
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including documentation, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration
    • Familiarity with billing mechanisms including Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payers
    Why Join Us
    • Join a mission-driven healthcare organization committed to serving a unique and underserved patient population in Southeast Alaska, with opportunities to provide care across diverse community and remote settings
    • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage


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