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PTA Home Health
Newport News, Virginia
Riverside Home Health Newport News

$1,585-1,957/week
Posted 2 hours ago
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PTA Home Health

Job Overview

  • Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
  • Location: Newport News, Virginia
  • Employment type: Travel/Contract
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Day, 5x8 hours
  • Hours per week: 40

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Physical Therapy Assistant license in Virginia
  • 1 year of Physical Therapy Assistant experience

Required Health and Compliance Items

  • Background check required, including 7-year locations lived/worked history
  • MVR required for home health and hospice roles
  • Fingerprinting required
  • TB screening documentation required
  • Physical exam within the last 12 months
  • Drug screen within the last 12 months
  • COVID vaccine series preferred only; if not provided, facility-specific declination is required
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season
  • Immunity or vaccination documentation required for measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, and hepatitis B
  • Confidentiality agreement, dress code policy, safety brochure, drug-free policy, scrub colors, fingernail guidelines, and photo for badge must be completed/reviewed before start

Additional Notes

  • Extension assignment
  • Do not submit

About Newport News, VA

As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Newport News, VA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Newport News, VA is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 86°F, and the average low in winter is around 31°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Newport News, VA, with options available for furnished housing.
Transportation
  • Newport News is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
  • Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system.
Demographics
  • Newport News has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to the region's pollen levels.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • The city offers a variety of activities including restaurants, outdoor sports, and cultural experiences.
  • Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities like boating, cycling, and fishing.
  • City Center at Oyster Point provides shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
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