Physical Therapy Assistant - 8k Sign-On and Retention Bonus!

The CORE Institute team is dedicated to making the lives of others better by practicing exceptional patient care. If you would like to be part of a dedicated, dynamic healthcare team in a challenging, rewarding environment, The CORE Institute is the right place for you to grow your career.

The CORE Institute delivers integrated, comprehensive musculoskeletal and neurological care. The CORE Institute is built upon a foundation of pioneering research, academics, community service, and a passion for excellence in patient care. The organization continues to be a leader in payor-reform initiatives, and it is at the forefront of systems-based quality programs which drive value and improve the quality of patient care.

As The CORE Institute continues to grow, we are looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant in our Mesa Physical Therapy clinic.

Please see below for the functions and requirements to be a Physical Therapy Assistant with The CORE Institute.

• Essential functions
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with physicians, staff, and other departments.
• Executes plan of care within and in full compliance with state board recommendations and guidelines.
• Responds to patient questions and inquiries as required to resolve problems and maintain high
• patient standards.
• Documents care and other patient information for the medical record and per state practice act.
• Fully integrated as the primary member of the treatment team for each case in caseload.
• Complies with department policies and procedures and state regulations for OSHA and infection control.
• Assists with training Physical Therapy Technicians.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.

• Education
• Requires an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program and must be certified in the state of which physical therapist (PTA) practices.

• Experience
• Minimum of one year experience in an out-patient Physical Therapy clinic or equivalent experience.

Requirements

• Current state PTA certification

• Knowledge
• Knowledge of physical therapy principles, standards, and practices.