Travel Contract

Travel Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant
Alturas, CA
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$1,832/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks
Setting
Outpatient

Pay

11% higher than average Therapist / Physical Therapy Assistant pay in California

Estimated total pay

$1,832/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
Guaranteed Hours
401k retirement plan
Cancelation protection
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits

Description

Certification details

BCLS certification
State Licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Job details

Rehabilitation Therapy position available at Modoc Medical Center in Alturas, California. The role involves evaluations, follow-up appointments, and a total of 8-9 patients per day. The candidate will provide physical therapy under the direction of the Director of Physical Therapy, following the facility's guidelines and policies.

Job requirements

Graduate of an APTA approved Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
Licensed by the State of California to provide PTA services.
Experience in acute care, skilled nursing, and out-patient physical therapy is preferred.
Proficiency in performing physical therapy procedures and modalities.
Interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Team player and able to work with various departments.

Schedule information

Monday through Friday with no weekends.

Unit specific information

Provides treatment as directed by the primary Physical Therapist.
Observes, evaluates, and documents the effects of treatments.
Maintains an organized patient record.
Demonstrates safe and effective use of all modalities and procedures utilized in the clinic.

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Employer

PRIDE Health

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Pros

Fast responses

Cons

None

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About

PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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About Alturas, CA

As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Alturas, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Alturas, CA has a cost of living slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Alturas experiences a high desert climate with average summer highs around 88°F and winter lows around 20°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals may be limited in Alturas, but options can be found with some searching.

Transportation

Alturas is car-friendly with minimal traffic.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

Alturas has a small, close-knit community with a predominantly White population.
The age range tends to be diverse, with potential common health issues including respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
There may not be a large population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Alturas offers a quiet, rural lifestyle with some local restaurants and outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and birdwatching.
The area also hosts events celebrating local art and culture.

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