Physical Therapist Assistant - University PT

Clinic Name: University Physical Therapy

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant

Location: Blacksburg, VA

Employment Type:  Full-Time 

Experience: 1+ Years (New Grads welcome!)

University Physical Therapy is THE choice for outstanding sports rehabilitation and physical therapy services. We strive to provide quality physical therapy based on evidence and the best possible patient outcomes. We support creative and individualized therapeutic planning, education, and intervention.  Our personalized approach ensures patient comprehension and enhances treatment progression, crucial in maximizing patient wellness.

We are hiring a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant at our Blacksburg, VA outpatient clinic. You will implement physical therapy programs and activities, follow developed recovery plans, and deliver therapy treatments. You are equally adept at addressing the whole patient and seeing them as individuals. You know your goal is to execute a program to restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities.

Responsibilities:

• Provides patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.
• Responsible for timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, and incident reports.
• Provide comprehensive patient care, administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, heat, light, sound, water, and electrical modality treatment such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot and cold packs.
• Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in learning and improving functional activities such as perambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities.
• Observes patients during treatments, compiles data on patients’ responses to treatments and progress, and reports orally or in writing to the Physical Therapist and/or Clinical Director.
• Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
• Confers with members of physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
• Measures the patient’s range of joint motion, length and girth of body parts, and vital signs to determine the effects of specific treatments or to assist the Physical Therapist in compiling data for patient evaluations.

Requirements:

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant or the ability to obtain it in Virginia.
• Previous experience in an outpatient setting preferred.
• Current CPR certification
• Exercise, sports rehab, and manual-based skills.

About Blacksburg

Nestled on a plateau between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains, the Town of Blacksburg is part of Montgomery County in the heart of Southwest Virginia’s New River Valley. Blacksburg is also home to Virginia Tech, the largest land-grant university in the Commonwealth. A quick trip downtown offers evidence of times gone by with an obvious nod to a thriving and modern-day community. Blacksburg is consistently ranked among the country’s best places to live and has a nationwide reputation as a well-managed, stable, and forward-looking community. Blacksburg is located on the I-81 corridor, approximately 45 minutes from Roanoke.

Benefits: 

• Competitive salary
• Excellent benefits package including 401k, health, dental, generous paid time off, and more.
• Training and support.
• Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership.
• Clinic mentorship.
• Employee discount plans.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Family-friendly work environment.

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