Physical Therapy Assistant

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

AvaMed Inc is a Healthcare Staffing Agency that staffs a Skilled Nursing Facility. At the moment we are in urgent need of a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant position to take on a full-time assignment at a skills nursing facility in Stockton, CA. Position details : 40 hours per week. Location : Stockton, CA. Schedule : Monday-Friday; 8am-4pm. Rate : $50 / hr. Status : W2 / Traveler.

Job Description :

• Counsel patients and their families on what to do following treatment.
• Observe the patients they are working with before, during and after therapy and report notes to the Physical Therapist.
• Assign specific exercises for the patient and help the patients do these exercises.
• Use devices, such as walkers, and other equipment to help patients regain movement and reduce pain.
• Use a variety of techniques, including stretching exercises and massage, to treat patients.
• Assist patients when moving to and from the therapy area.