**$2,500 Sign-On Bonus**

https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/locations/oregon/central-oregon/la-pine/What We Offer (Full-Time): 

• Employees (and their families) Medical, Dental, Vision, and Insurance
• Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Employee & family Physical Therapy benefits
• Parental leave
• Continued Education Stipend- ($750 annually)
• Continuing Education PTO (2 days annually)
• Accrue up to 15 days of PTO (sick and vacation time)-increases over time
• 6 paid holidays, 1 charitable giving day, and up to 2 personal days
• 401(k) and profit-sharing program (Up to 5% of total compensation)
• Interactive Wellness Program with rewards for balanced, healthy living
• MedBridge learning subscription
• Potential Student Loan Repayment 
• Potential Annual performance bonus

Overview: 

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team! Therapeutic Associates, Inc. specializes in orthopedics and manual therapy and pride ourselves on our one-on-one patient care and strong relationships with referral sources. Ideal candidates will have an interest in working with an orthopedic and Pelvic Health patient population or the desire to gain experience in this specialty.  

New grads are welcome and encouraged to apply!
**Please apply if seeking a part-time and or full-time position**
Duties & Responsibilities:  

The Physical Therapist Assistant will work under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist to provide components of patient care including therapeutic exercise, functional training, education, soft tissue work, or modalities, as appropriate.

• Demonstrates competency in providing quality physical therapy services including implementation of the treatment plan established by the patient’s physical therapist. 
• Supports and maintains PT's care plan, work an established schedule with flexibility according to daily clinic needs, and complete accurate (electronic) documentation. 
• Accurately assesses patient physical and functional status, as well as cognitive, psychological, and perceptual function. 
• Effectively communicates the patient’s treatment progression, changes of treatment, and recommended medical follow up when necessary to PT and other team members, as appropriate. 
• Educates and counsels patients regarding issues related to treatment and goal(s), safety risks, and/or other issues within scope of practice. 
• Teaches patients home exercise programs and compensatory techniques or skills consistent with PT’s care plan for managing ongoing physical or functional deficits. 
• PTA will be expected to meet the demands of the clinic's schedule, work effectively with support staff as appropriate, and perform other duties as required.
• Ideal candidates will embrace their role as a team member, supporting other staff as needed and fostering the advancement of Therapeutic Associates as a learning organization.
• Must demonstrate eagerness to advance clinical skills and develop personal leadership excellence.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Physical Therapist Assistant Degree from an institution accredited by Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education 
• Current State Physical Therapist Assistant License (or license applicant status)
• Current CPR certification