Physical Therapist Assistant- Locust Grove, VA (per diem)

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Per diem (PRN) physical therapist assistant

Select Physical Therapy- Locust Grove, VA

Experience the power of physical therapy! 

Select Physical Therapy in CENTRAL VIRGINIA is seeking local per diem and PRN Physical Therapist Assistants (LPTA) for our outpatient centers in Locust Grove, Bowling Green and Fredericksburg, VA.  Our community-oriented outpatient orthopedic centers are looking for compassionate, caring and driven licensed physical therapist assistants to provide exceptional patient care to patients of all ages and abilities. Our highly trained and respected clinical team provides treatment services that maximize functionality and promote the best optimal outcomes for our patients. We utilize a variety of evidence-based treatments and manual therapy techniques to create individualized treatment plans focused on helping each patient achieve their specific goals and get back to the things that are important to them. Our work environment offers a great opportunity to provide skilled care to patients and grow with the nation's leader in outpatient physical therapy and rehabilitation.

Per diem is as needed coverage for vacation, emergencies and patient volume influx. This is ideal for an experienced physical therapist assistant but we can consider independent new graduates with strong OP ortho clinical rotations. We have seasoned therapists on staff in all locations. Our centers open as early as 8am and the latest center closes at 7pm. Our coverage between our hours of operation is crucial for this to be a fit on both ends. We are looking for a dependable and flexible licensed physical therapy assistant (LPTA) that is passionate about quality care to join our team.

We do not offer benefits if you are working less than 32 hours per week, but can discuss your participation in our continuing education program once you are on board.

You can click the link above and create an online profile to complete our HR application and upload your resume 

For additional details, contact our Regional Recruiter, Shanel!

Shanel Green

NovaCare Rehabilitation and Select Physical Therapy

Regional Recruiter- Outpatient Division

ssgreen@selectmedical.com

610-223-5944 Cell

610-992-7333 Direct

Select Physical Therapy is part of the Select Medical Outpatient Division, a nationally prominent, locally driven provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation. Throughout the country, the Select Medical family of brands includes Banner Physical Therapy, Select Physical Therapy, NovaCare Rehabilitation, Kentucky Orthopedic Rehab Team (KORT), Saco Bay Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, Champion Sports Medicine, Rehab Associates, NovaCare and Select Kids Pediatric Therapy, Emory Rehabilitation Outpatient Center, Kessler Rehabilitation Center, SSM Health Physical Therapy and Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation Outpatient Therapy. Together, these brands comprise a national network of almost 1800 centers in 37 states and the District of Columbia. The centers offer a wide range of general physical therapy services such as hand therapy, sports medicine and work injury prevention and management. Throughout the country, we also provide physical therapy and athletic training services to professional sports teams, colleges, universities and high schools and serve as the exclusive physical rehabilitation provider to several major U.S. corporations. #ACN

Responsibilities:

* Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
* Possesses training and education which allows him/her to assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out prescribed treatment program.
* Implements, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures.
* Develops treatment plans, supervises assistants and aides, contributes to case management, and provides quality patient care.
* Maintains positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhances and expands client relations with facilities and their staff.

Qualifications:

Physical Requirements: 

* Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds of weight alone. 
* Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day/shift. 
* Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written direction. 
* Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions. 
* Ability to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility and in the community. 
* Fine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment, and supplies for treatment. 
* Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws.

Required Credentials: 

* A valid state license (where applicable), registration or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant upon graduation from an approved curriculum for Physical Therapist Assistants, and having passed a national examination for Physical Therapist Assistants certified by the CAPTE. 
* State license and/or certification must be valid in the state in which the individual will practice. 
* Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
			

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