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Cynet Health lists this Therapy - PTA opportunity in decatur, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)Position: Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for outpatient setting. Shift: 5x8 Days or open to 4x10s. First-timers are not accepted. No weekend requirements. No on-call requirements. No floating to meet facility needs. Schedule is Monday to Friday. Local candidates are accepted. Pending license applications are not accepted; an active state license is required to apply. Time-off restrictions ideally should not exceed five days.Experience with neurology and orthopedics is required. Work setting experience in an outpatient clinic is necessary. Required assessment skills/experience include adaptive devices, AROM/AAROM/PROM, assistive devices, body mechanics, identifying environmental barriers, pain assessment, sensory response, skin integrity, strength testing, and monitoring vital signs. Required documentation skills/experience include discharge, evaluations, long and short-term goals, care plans, reassessments, and time management. Orthopedic case skills/experience required include ankle sprains, degenerative disc disease, degenerative joint disease, elbow injuries/tendinopathy, extremity mobilization, frozen shoulder, gait training, hip fractures/injuries, knee injuries/tendinopathy, low back pain, myofascial release, postoperative conditions, spinal conditions, and taping. Neurologic case skills/experience include post-stroke rehabilitation. Professional skills and knowledge required include home exercise programs, lifting and transfers, patient education, appointment scheduling, and recognizing signs of physical, sexual, and psychological abuse. Billing skills/experience required include commercial, Medicaid, Medicare, private pay, and workers' compensation. Age-specific competencies required include knowledge of middle adults and older adults. Experience with EHR systems is required; WebPT EHR knowledge preferred. This position is in an acute care hospital facility with 372 staffed beds. Interdisciplinary support will be provided, and the focus will be on treating patients with diagnoses including stroke, postoperative joint conditions, fractures, osteoarthritis, and pain. Candidates must meet all clinical compliance requirements prior to start. Therapists must also be committed to completing assigned modules and training within specified timelines.We offer competitive benefits, including:Medical, dental & vision insuranceFree and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison supportPersonalized career consultant and "single point of contact" serviceIndustry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonusesFree tax return assistance for travelers401(k) Retirement PlanHealth Savings Account (HSA)Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)Life and AD&D InsurancePaid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)Supplemental Insurance PlansIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceEmployee Wellness ProgramsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career Growth and Professional Development OpportunitiesBenefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.Job Board Disclaimer By applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text "HELP" for more info, or "STOP" to unsubscribe. Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.
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decatur, IL, 62526, US
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