Physical Therapist Assistant

What We Offer:

• Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Employee & family Physical Therapy benefits
• Parental leave
• Continued Education Stipend- ($750 annually)
• Continuing Education PTO (2 days annually)
• Accrue up to 15 days of PTO (sick and vacation time)-increases over time
• 6 paid holidays, 1 charitable giving day, and up to 2 personal days
• 401(k) and profit-sharing program (Up to 5% of total compensation)
• Interactive Wellness Program with rewards for balanced, healthy living
• MedBridge learning subscription
• Potential Student Loan Repayment  
• Potential Annual performance bonus

Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our new clinic in Lakewood, WA! Therapeutic Associates, Inc. specializes in orthopedics and manual therapy and pride ourselves on our one-on-one patient care and strong relationships with referral sources.

New grads are welcome and encouraged to apply! 

Duties & Responsibilities: 
  

The Physical Therapist Assistant will work under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist to provide components of patient care including therapeutic exercise, functional training, education, soft tissue work, or modalities, as appropriate.  

• Demonstrates competency in providing quality physical therapy services including implementation of the treatment plan established by the patient’s physical therapist. 
• Supports and maintains PT's care plan, work an established schedule with flexibility according to daily clinic needs, and complete accurate (electronic) documentation. 
• Accurately assesses patient physical and functional status, as well as cognitive, psychological, and perceptual function. 
• Effectively communicates the patient’s treatment progression, changes of treatment, and recommended medical follow up when necessary to PT and other team members, as appropriate. 
• Educates and counsels patients regarding issues related to treatment and goal(s), safety risks, and/or other issues within scope of practice. 
• Teaches patients home exercise programs and compensatory techniques or skills consistent with PT’s care plan for managing ongoing physical or functional deficits. 
• PTA will be expected to meet the demands of the clinic's schedule, work effectively with support staff as appropriate, and perform other duties as required.  
• Ideal candidates will embrace their role as a team member, supporting other staff as needed and fostering the advancement of Therapeutic Associates as a learning organization.  
• Must demonstrate eagerness to advance clinical skills and develop personal leadership excellence.  
    

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Physical Therapist Assistant Degree from an institution accredited by Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education 
• Current State Physical Therapist Assistant License (or license applicant status)   
• Current CPR certification  

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