Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient Orthopedic
Stockbridge, GA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
Physical Therapist Outpatient position in STOCKBRIDGE, Georgia. This outpatient therapy role involves assisting with implementing treatment plans and patient education to support long-term rehabilitation goals. The role emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and the delivery of high-quality outpatient orthopedic care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: College degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school; CAPTE certification; CPR certification; active license for the state of Georgia; 1+ years of outpatient clinical experience; outpatient orthopedic experience preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in outpatient orthopedics; previous assignment with the organization is highly desired; familiarity with therapeutic modalities and assistive device training.
• Follow all facility guidelines regarding personal appearance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out therapeutic interventions such as posture training, strengthening exercises, balance exercises, manual therapy, and functional skills training.
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, or assistive devices, demonstrating safe guarding techniques.
• Demonstrate and instruct on use of modalities including whirlpools, ultrasound, iontophoresis, therapeutic pools, and others.
• Monitor patient responses and document progress, patient and family education, and participation in care.
• Maintain clean treatment areas, adhere to safety and infection control protocols, and utilize equipment safely.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with patients and staff, collaborate with healthcare team members, and participate in quality improvement projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to ensure optimal patient care and safety.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits