Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant
Covington, GA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapist Outpatient Covington, GA. The position supports outpatient rehabilitation by implementing treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist and delivering therapeutic interventions tailored to patient goals. Responsibilities include patient education, mobility training, treatment documentation, safety practices, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift, 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Degree in Physical Therapy 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 license for the state where services are performed.
• Preferred Qualifications: Outpatient orthopedic experience.
• Additional Information:
  • Implements treatment goals, plans, and programs established by the Physical Therapist.
  • Provides therapeutic interventions including strengthening, endurance, balance, coordination, joint mobility, pain relief, and functional skills training.
  • Trains patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs.
  • Monitors patient responses to treatment and documents progress, treatment responses, and patient and family education.
  • Maintains treatment equipment and areas in accordance with safety, infection control, and cleanliness guidelines.
  • Collaborates with healthcare disciplines, participates in team conferences, and contributes to quality improvement activities.

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