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Physical Therapist Assistant
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What they do
A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$59,298 / year median in Iowa
+16% projected growth
Job Description
- Overview
- Position:
- Physical Therapist Assistant - Float
- Location:
- 9500 University Ave. Ste 1115 and 1116, West Des Moines, IA50266
- Schedule:
- Monday-Friday with evenings until 6pm
- Compensation:
- $25-$29hr depending on experience
- Incentives: Up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus and/or $200 per month in uncapped student debt relief
- Join our Select Physical Therapy outpatient orthopedic center and be part of a respected clinical team delivering exceptional care to patients of all ages and abilities.
We focus on personalized treatments that restore function and help patients get back to the activities they love—whether it's sports, work, or everyday life. This position will float in West Des Moines in clinics that see a lot of athletes. If you're a licensed PTA passionate about making a difference, we'd love to meet you!
- Why Join Us:
- (benefits for full-time at 32+ hours/week) +
- Start Strong
- : Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition +
- Recharge & Refresh:
- Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance +
- Your Health Matters:
- Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings +
- Invest in
Your Future:
- Company-matching401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection +
- Elevate Your Skills
- :
Unmatched CEU program +
- Go Anywhere with
Us:
- 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement +
- Advance your Career
- : Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives
- Responsibilities
- + Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
+ Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures
+ Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.
- Qualifications
- + College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program + Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE + Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process) + CPR certification
- Additional Data
- _Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans_
- Location : Location
- _US-IA-West Des Moines_
- Job ID
- _383603_
- Position Type
- _Full Time_
- Experience (Years)
- _0_
- Category
- _Physical Therapist Assistant_
- Company
- _Select Physical Therapy_
- Min•_USD $25.
00/Hr._
- Max•_USD $29.
00/Hr._
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Health Insurance