Travel ContractTravel Physical Therapy Assistant
$1,363-1,816/week
Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
Lawton, Oklahoma
Comanche County Memorial Hospital
$1,363-1,816/weekPosted 7 hours ago Verified
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Common job information
- Licensure & Certifications (OK State License or compact & BLS - AHA)
- 1 Year NIH Certification Link: [Redacted]
Certification details
- The Physical Therapy Assistant's primary function is to perform selected physical therapy procedures and related tasks under the direction and supervision of a registered Physical Therapist.
- The Assistant will treat patients with modalities and exercise in accordance with patient's medical needs and with an approved treatment plan and will understand their limitations as an assistant.
- The assistant will assist in maintaining the department in a neat and orderly manner.
- The assistant will complete all documentation of daily notes and discharge data.
- Patients cared for may include infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adult, and geriatric.
Job details
- Will accept new grads
- Recent traveler experience - highly preferred
- Work History Skills Checklist, current to 1 year, pertinent to the specialty
- 2 Supervisory Reference Forms, taken within the last two years
Job requirements
- Allied and Therapy Travelers start orientation on Tuesdays.
- Nursing Travelers start orientation on Thursdays
- On Call paid out at $2 per hour with 1 Hour Minimum
Schedule information
- Comanche Specific Policies:
- Multipliers - No increased rate for OT, Holiday, and Call-Back
- Rebate - This client has a rebate of 1% of all billings related to this assignment; passthrough expenses are not subject to any rebates.
- Local Policy - Applicants within 50 miles of Comanche County will be considered for a placement at 11% less the travel rate.
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About Lawton, OK
As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Lawton, OK here's what you should know:Cost of Living
- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally align with the lower cost of living.
Weather
- Summer average high: 94°F, average low: 71°F.
- Winter average high: 53°F, average low: 28°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.
Transportation
- Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
- Limited public transportation options.
Demographics
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to the dry climate.
- Lawton has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
- Plenty of dining options with a mix of local and chain restaurants.
- Art and music scene is vibrant, with local galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local college and high school games.
- Outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, and camping at the nearby Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.
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