Physical Therapy Assistant
Therapeutic Associates
Salem, OR
Sign-On Bonus

Physical Therapist Assistant

Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy - Southeast Salem What We Offer: * Employees (and their families) Medical, Dental, Vision, and Insurance * Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability insurance * Professional Liability Insurance * Employee & family Physical Therapy benefits * Parental leave * Continued Education Stipend- ($750 annually) * Continuing Education PTO (2 days annually) * Accrue up to 15 days of PTO (sick and vacation time)-increases over time * 6 paid holidays, 1 charitable giving day, and up to 2 personal days * 401(k) and profit-sharing program (Up to 5% of total compensation) * Interactive Wellness Program with rewards for balanced, healthy living * MedBridge learning subscription * Potential Student Loan Repayment * Potential Annual performance bonus Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy- Southeast Salem is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team! Therapeutic Associates, Inc. specializes in orthopedics and manual therapy and pride ourselves on our one-on-one patient care and strong relationships with referral sources. New grads are welcome and encouraged to apply! Duties & Responsibilities: The Physical Therapist Assistant will work under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist to provide components of patient care including therapeutic exercise, functional training, education, soft tissue work, or modalities, as appropriate. * Demonstrates competency in providing quality physical therapy services including implementation of the treatment plan established by the patient's physical therapist. * Supports and maintains PT's care plan, work an established schedule with flexibility according to daily clinic needs, and complete accurate (electronic) documentation. * Accurately assesses patient physical and functional status, as well as cognitive, psychological, and perceptual function. * Effectively communicates the patient's treatment progression, changes of treatment, and recommended medical follow up when necessary to PT and other team members, as appropriate. * Educates and counsels patients regarding issues related to treatment and goal(s), safety risks, and/or other issues within scope of practice. * Teaches patients home exercise programs and compensatory techniques or skills consistent with PT's care plan for managing ongoing physical or functional deficits. * PTA will be expected to meet the demands of the clinic's schedule, work effectively with support staff as appropriate, and perform other duties as required. * Ideal candidates will embrace their role as a team member, supporting other staff as needed and fostering the advancement of Therapeutic Associates as a learning organization. * Must demonstrate eagerness to advance clinical skills and develop personal leadership excellence. Minimum Qualifications: * Physical Therapist Assistant Degree from an institution accredited by Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education * Current State Physical Therapist Assistant License (or license applicant status) * Current CPR certification Category: PhysicalTherapistAssistantOregon Other details * Job Family Clinical - Licensed * Pay Type Hourly * Min Hiring Rate $26.00 * Max Hiring Rate $28.00 * Required Education Associate Degree Apply Now