Aureus Medical Group - Therapy is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Macon, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 15 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Estimated payment breakdown
$1682.00-$1762.00/wk
$600.00-$680.00 in weekly taxable income
$15.00/hr-$17.00/hr
Estimate assumes an 8 hour shift. Hourly rate may change based on shift length.
$1082.00 in non-taxable stipend
Actual amount subject to eligibility and seasonal/annual adjustments
Embraces the Select Medical Way and Core Values of the Company:
• We deliver superior quality in all that we do.
• We treat others as they would like to be treated.
• We are results oriented and achieve our objectives.
• We are team players.
• We are resourceful in overcoming obstacles.
One of our 4 Key organizational results is to Keep our Patients and Each Other Safe:
Select Medical is an organization where patient safety and employee safety are a priority. This focus on safety is applicable to all business lines and levels of care. To those of us who work for Select Medical these are more than words. Putting safety first allows us to provide superior care for our patients and provides a work environment where each employee is expected to take care of themselves and each other by making safe choices using equipment provided identifying work place hazards adhering to safety policies and procedures and reporting risks or hazards as soon as possible.
Promotes Patient and Employee Safety - Focused on 10 Foot Circle of Safety and displays safety awareness in all of the below key areas:
• Safe Patient Handling
• Materials Handling
• Infectious Diseases
• Slips/Trips and Falls
• Work Environment
Follows all facility guidelines outlining standards of personal appearance attendance and punctuality.
Implements treatment goals plans and programs as established by the Physical Therapist.
Assists the Physical Therapist in carrying out the following therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients' long term goals: Posture training Strengthening exercise Endurance/cardiac training Balance exercises Coordination exercise Joint mobility and muscle lengthening Pain relief Functional skills training Community re-entry training.
Trains patients in locomotion using orthotics prosthetics or assistive devices such as canes crutches walkers and wheelchairs. Demonstrates use of gait belt and safety awareness. Demonstrates proper guarding techniques. Orders and instructs patients in the use of prescribed equipment.
Demonstrates the use of the following modalities: Whirlpools Hot/cold packs Paraffin bath TNS/respond Wheelchairs/cushions Therapeutic pool Ultrasound Iontophoresis Fluidotherapy Air splints.
Monitors patient's response and intervenes as necessary.
Uses equipment safely and reports malfunctioning or missing equipment to the appropriate persons. Identifies and recommends new equipment for purchase.
Documents patient progress and response to treatment weekly.
Documents patient and family education. Documents family participation weekly. Teaches caregiver to safely assist patient with mobility transfers positioning and exercise. Teaches patient's and family's good body mechanics.
Establishes and maintains professional and ethical working relationships with patients and staff.
Consults with and serves as a resource to other healthcare disciplines regarding therapy administered and projected treatment goals.
Participates in team conferences.
Participates as requested in special projects designed to improve quality and efficiency of patient care.
Attends continuing education in Physical Therapy and related medical fields to maintain current professional standards. Provides "in-service" education for peers following participation in continuing education seminars. Provides "in-services" in the field of Physical Therapy as requested by other health professionals and community groups. Shares information from recent literature and case studies with peers.
Complies with all hospital and departmental policies procedures and regulations.
Abides by all safety infection control and other guidelines as required. Utilizes hand-washing techniques. Wears gloves goggles and gowns as appropriate. Maintains a clean treatment area. Follows guidelines for treating patients in isolation. Cleans equipment between patient usage as required. Reports personal symptoms of suspected illness or contagious diseases to the Employee Health Nurse.
Displays a "customer service" attitude toward patients visitors and other staff members at all times.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Position: PTA (Physical Therapist Assistant)
Specialty/Modality: Physical Therapy Assistant
Licenses/Certifications: CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support), State License-Physical Therapy Assistant-Georgia
Physical Abilities: From 50-100lbs
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As always, there is never a fee for candidates to utilize our services.
Aureus Medical Group - Therapy Job ID . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PTA / PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
About Aureus Medical Group - Therapy
Rewarding Careers. Experiences of a Lifetime.
At Aureus Medical Group , we do more than connect you with a career opportunity. We help you create your ideal lifestyle. For more than 35 years we've helped healthcare professionals embark on journeys, scale mountains, and discover new spaces, places, and faces. We're dedicated to your success, your dreams, and your adventures.
As a travel healthcare professional with Aureus, you'll have the whole package - outstanding benefits, one-to-one personal service, 24/7 contact, and an recruiter who specializes in your area of specialty. With thousands of available travel jobs across the country, we're sure to have the right fit for you.
When it comes to your career, Aureus will take you places. Let's get started.