Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant
Naples, FL
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient Physical Therapy East Naples. The Physical Therapist Assistant supports outpatient treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist and provides therapeutic interventions to help patients achieve functional goals. Responsibilities include patient education, mobility training, treatment documentation, equipment use, safety practices, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift, 8 hours per shift, 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited school.
  • Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) certification.
  • At least 1 year of outpatient clinical experience.
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
  • Active and applicable state license for the work location.
• Additional Information:
  • Implements treatment goals, plans, and programs established by the Physical Therapist.
  • Provides therapeutic interventions including posture training, strengthening, endurance and cardiac training, balance and coordination exercises, joint mobility, pain relief, functional skills training, and community re-entry training.
  • Trains patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs.
  • Demonstrates gait, belt, guarding, and safety techniques.
  • Uses and monitors therapeutic modalities and equipment, reporting malfunctions or missing equipment.
  • Documents patient progress, treatment response, and patient and family education.
  • Maintains infection control, equipment cleaning, patient safety, and professional conduct standards.
  • Participates in team conferences, quality improvement activities, and collaboration with other healthcare disciplines.

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