A leading home health organization in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join its growing rehabilitation team!Â
Pay: $41.00 - $45.00/hour
Physical Therapist Assistant Opportunity:Â
- Full-time, permanent, direct-hire positionÂ
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM scheduleÂ
- Guaranteed weekly payÂ
- Mileage reimbursement providedÂ
- Relocation assistance availableÂ
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, and paid time offÂ
Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities:Â
- Provide direct physical therapy services under the direction of a Physical Therapist and according to the physician's plan of careÂ
- Treat patients to relieve pain, restore function, and maintain maximum performanceÂ
- Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, muscle re-education, and functional activitiesÂ
- Utilize therapeutic modalities including heat, cold, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and massage as appropriateÂ
- Observe and report patient responses to treatment and any changes in condition to the supervising Physical TherapistÂ
- Educate patients on the proper use of assistive devices, wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches, and orthotic equipmentÂ
Physical Therapist Assistant Qualifications:Â
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program with an Associate's Degree requiredÂ
- Current Oregon Physical Therapist Assistant license requiredÂ
- Current BLS/CPR certification requiredÂ
- Valid driver's license and reliable, insured vehicle requiredÂ
The Surrounding Oregon Community:Â
- Serves patients throughout Gresham and surrounding Portland-area communitiesÂ
- Easy access to hiking, biking, fishing, skiing, and outdoor recreationÂ
- Strong local economy with excellent shopping, dining, and cultural attractionsÂ
- Family-friendly communities with convenient access to both urban amenities and natural beautyÂ
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