Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,997 per week in Bethel, AK

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant Profession: Rehabilitation Therapy Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant Duration: 26 weeks Shift: Days M-F Hours per Shift: 8 Experience: Minimum 1 year preferred License: Licensed in good standing as a Physical Therapist Assistant Certifications: Current BLS Must-Have: Graduated from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)-accredited physical therapy assistant education program. Experience is preferred but not required. Must have completed all appropriate paperwork to work as a Student Physical Therapist Assistant post-graduation while studying for the licensure exam. Description: Responsible for directing, modifying, and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the Physical Therapist. Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the Physical Therapist after the Physical Therapist has evaluated the patient. Assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical conditions. Aids patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Participates in operational aspects of the department and maintains performance improvement activities within the department. Engages in infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational training, and fire safety programs. Patients cared for or interacted with include infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatric individuals.