Travel PTA position for new grad in an outpatient setting. Georgia is compact.
A Physical Therapy Assistant, or Physical Therapy Aide, supports Physical Therapists in helping patients who are recovering from injuries manage pain and regain their mobility. Their main duties include preparing therapy equipment for appointments, massaging and stretching patients’ muscles and sanitizing therapy areas.
- Counsel patients and their families on what to do following treatment.
- Observe the patients they are working with before, during and after therapy and report notes to the Physical Therapist.
- Assign specific exercises for the patient and help the patients do these exercises.
- Use devices, such as walkers, and other equipment to help patients regain movement and reduce pain.
- Use a variety of techniques, including stretching exercises and massage, to treat patients.
- Assist patients when moving to and from the therapy area
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Duration: 14 Weeks
Vendor Specialty : Therapy
Vendor Discipline : Physical Therapist (Allied)
Vendor Provided Shift : 8hr Day
-Dahlonega, GA Position- Will Take A PTA !!! Outpatient Experience is preferred. no 36 hours guaranteed with the expectation of working up to 40 hours. OT must be approved by director before any OT hours are worked. Float to other clinics: No Patient Population: Productivity expectation is 60 visits/ week; Will see 12-14 patients/day; Double-booking of follow up visits expected.