Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
Terre Haute, IN
Centra Healthcare Allied
5x8 hrs
$1,528/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
A great SNF / LTC is looking for an experienced or newly graduated Physical Therapist Assistant / Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA to join their growing team for a contract assignment!
The Physical Therapist Assistant / Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA works under the supervision of either Registered or Licensed Physical Therapists. The Physical Therapist Assistant / Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA will use physical treatment procedures to help improve mobility and relieve pain and disability caused by disease or injury. Some of the techniques that the PTA will use for treating a patient include: massages, electrical stimulation, paraffin baths, hot and cold packs, traction and ultrasound and other assigned exercises.
Requirements include:
- Must have earned an Associates degree from an accredited school.
- Current state license as a Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant / Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA.
- Current CPR certification.
- Provide skilled physical therapy services / interventions in accordance with physician orders and under the supervision of a Registered or Licensed Physical Therapist / PT.
- Implement and modify the patient's physical therapy plan of treatment under the supervision of a Registered or Licensed Physical Therapist / PT .
- Effectively collaborates within an interdisciplinary team to meet patients goals.
About Centra:
Centra Healthcare Solutions is a nationwide employment firm focusing on finding you a Physical Therapy Assistant Job, PTA Job, PTA Travel Job, Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Job, Physical Therapist Assistant Job and Travel PTA Job. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each healthcare professional's criteria.
Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra:
- Highly competitive pay rates
- 401(k) plan
- Direct deposit
- CEU Reimbursement
- A chance to explore new places and new opportunities throughout the United States
- High coverage of the premiums of a comprehensive health insurance plan
- License and medical reimbursement
- Housing accommodations
- Assignment completion bonuses
Please apply online for this fantastic opportunity. We look forward to assisting you in finding an optimal career.
Employer
Centra Healthcare Allied
Best in class!!!
Justin not only found great positions in the area i wanted but got me excellent rates, explained all the benefits his company has for their therapists and worked with the amazing onboarding specialist the great Ginny! Together they were an amazing team and if i ever go back to traveling, i will not work with anyone else in the industry! Justin is a solid 10 in all that he does, and that, with the Ginny, make it unbeatable in the industry!
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About Terre Haute, IN
As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Terre Haute, IN here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 65°F.
- Average winter highs of 38°F and lows of 20°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Car friendly city with easy access to parking.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Moderate diversity with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Plenty of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the numerous parks, hiking trails, and cross-country skiing opportunities.
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