Physical Therapy Assistant

City/State

Virginia Beach, VA

Overview

Work Shift

First (Days) (United States of America)

Sentara Therapy Center Indian River is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Full Time

We offer Great Pay & Benefits

Benefits: Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Sick, Tuition Reimbursement, Loan Forgiveness, a 401k/403B, 401a, Performance Plus Bonus, Loan Forgiveness Program, Career Advancement Opportunities, Work Perks and more. Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth. For more information about our employee benefits click: Benefits

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Job Summary

Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under supervision of a physical therapist. May assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document the progress of treatment within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Provides age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers. Supervise and assume responsibility for care provided by identified team members.

Physical Therapy Assistant

• Applicant (non-licensed)

Assists with the administration of physical therapy treatments and procedures under supervision of a physical therapist or licensed Physical Therapy Assistant. May assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document the progress of treatment within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Provides age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers.

The Physical Therapy Assistant

• Applicant may sit in this role prior to licensure for up to 18 months.

Qualifications:

ALD

• Associate's Level Degree: Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification

• American Heart Association (AHA) RQI, Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA)

• State license

• North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (NCPT), Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA)

• State license

• Physical Therapy Compact Commission (PTCOMPACT), Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA)

• State license

• Virginia Department of Health Professionals (VADHP)

Skills

Active Listening, Communication, Critical Thinking, Learning Strategies, Mgmt of Material Resources, Monitoring, Service Orientation, Social Perceptiveness, Speaking, Technology/Computer, Time Management, Writing

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