Description: We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join a fantastic team! This position will be for Home Health in the Scottsdale, AZ area assisting patients on their road to recovery and improved physical well-being. Please see details below.
Job Summary: The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.
Job Responsibilities:
Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
Utilized physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition.
Instructs patients in care of and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conferences notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record in prescribed time frames.
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either and associate's degree in science or applied science that is approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
Approved as a physical therapy assistant by the Physical Therapy Board of Arizona.
Demonstrated good verbal and written communication and organization skills
Possess and maintain current CPR certification
Comfortable traveling
Please reach out to kwright@judge.com for further information.
Contact: kwright@judge.com
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