Anatomy, Basic Life Support (BLS), Biomechanics, Clinical Pathology, Disease, Fire Safety, Geriatrics, Infection Control, Patient Assessment, Patient Follow-up, Pediatrics, Performance Management, Physical Education, Physical Therapy, Physiology, Reimbursement, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety
Job Title
Physical Therapy Assistant
LocationBethel, AK
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Days | Onsite
Key Responsibilities- Administer physical therapy treatments and physical agents as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist following patient evaluation.
- Assist in restoring patient functioning and preventing disability following injury, disease, or physical disability across a diverse patient population including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
- Support patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning within the limits of their capabilities.
- Participate in operational aspects of the department including performance improvement activities.
- Participate in infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational training, and fire safety programs.
Required Qualifications- Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy assistant education program (typically a 2-year degree).
- Must be licensed in good standing in Alaska as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or have all appropriate FSBPT paperwork completed to work as a Student Physical Therapist Assistant post-graduation while studying for licensure.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Preferred Experience / Skills- Prior clinical experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant is preferred, though not required.
- Familiarity with anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, and clinical pathology as applied in a clinical setting.
Why Join Us- Travel assignment with housing and airfare reimbursement provided.
- Opportunity to serve a diverse patient population in a unique Alaskan community setting.
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Concentric Healthcare Staffing