Physical Therapist Assistant
Phoenix, AZ
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant in Phoenix, AZ. You will work with patients recovering from injuries or illness, helping them move better, feel better, and stay active under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) or equivalent.
• Active Physical Therapy Assistant license for Arizona required if the state requires licensure to practice.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Demonstrated clinical competence and experience implementing individualized treatment plans across the adult and/or geriatric patient populations.
• Experience with patient transfers, ambulation training, therapeutic modalities, and documentation in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and other physical demands of direct patient care.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interaction with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card required for employees working in Banner Home Care/Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility. (Client-specific requirement.)
• For Banner Registry and Travel positions, a minimum of one year of experience working as a Therapy Assistant is preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 06:30–19:00.
• Duration: 13-week travel assignment.
• May require varied work schedule and adaptability to caseload, scheduling, and staffing shifts as noted by the client.
• Candidates must be prepared to follow facility-specific requirements and varied work schedule details prior to applying.

Location Highlights

Phoenix, AZ offers a desert-urban lifestyle with abundant outdoor and cultural options. Enjoy proximity to Camelback Mountain and South Mountain Park with hiking trails within 15–30 minutes of downtown, and access to the Desert Botanical Garden and Phoenix Art Museum within a 10–20 minute drive for cultural outings. The Salt River and Tempe Town Lake provide waterfront recreation and kayaking opportunities roughly 20–25 minutes away, while the Phoenix metropolitan area includes major professional sports venues, light rail transit connecting downtown to Tempe and Mesa, and a broad selection of dining districts and historic neighborhoods for an urban lifestyle fit.

Standard Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY. This position is responsible for the administration of physical therapy treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, in accordance with physician referral, state and local organizational standards, regulatory agencies, and established departmental policies and procedures. This position demonstrates the clinical competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients served.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Administer physical therapy treatment according to the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist. Implement individualized treatment plans with consideration to the patient’s physical, social, spiritual, cultural, educational, and age-specific needs.
• Provide skilled treatment in a safe manner. Monitor ongoing effectiveness of treatment and collaborate with the Physical Therapist to modify the plan of care when indicated. Participate in discharge planning and patient/family education.
• Document according to department and regulatory standards within established time frames. Record comprehensive assessments of patient progress and treatment techniques.
• Communicate pertinent patient information and treatment results to physicians, nurses, patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members in a clear and timely manner.
• Demonstrate adaptability in assignments related to caseload, scheduling, and staffing. Assist in other patient care areas as needed.
• Provide appropriate supervision and delegation to therapy technicians and PTA students according to department policies and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in department meetings, process improvement, and meet productivity standards.
• Interact professionally with staff at all levels, physicians, patients, families, and external care providers.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Thank you for your time and responsiveness. A recruiter will contact qualified applicants with next steps.