Position Type: Full time
Job Tittle: Physical Therapy Assistant
Job Location: Everett, WA
Estimated Length of Assignment: 3+ Months
Est. Pay Range: $395/hr. - $40/hr.
Work Type: Onsite

The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery of appropriate physical therapy services within a framework of Interdisciplinary collaboration and consultation. Services are furnished under the supervision of a qualified Licensed Physical Therapist.

Essential Functions:

1. Administers the physical therapy treatment plan as developed by the Physical Therapist.
2. Administers non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction heat, light, cold, water and electrical modalities to patients.
3. Accurately documents daily, weekly or monthly records of clients' status. Submits clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
4. Attends educational meetings and coordinates and contributes to department in-services.
5. Notifies physical therapist, Clinical Manager or Branch/Clinical Director of any equipment failures, lack of supplies, staff or client changes and any other departmental changes.
6. Schedules clients and performs varied office tasks.
7. Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in performing patient care activities.
8. Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
9. Promotes compliance with all fiscal intermediaries and/or other third party payors, through education, coaching and other assistance as necessary.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

1. Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of the physical, emotional, social and biological changes that occur in the geriatric population.
3. Self-directed, enthusiastic and accepts constructive feedback.
4. Maintains current licensure certifications and meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
5. Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.
6. Ability to work flexible schedule and travel locally.
7. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
8. Demonstrated ability to work independent and cooperatively as an effective team member.
9. Ability to do heavy lifting, bending, pulling, pushing and standing. Prolonged standing and walking required. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient/family individualized psycho social needs.
10. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
11. Must read, write and speak fluent English.

Skills
Current state license to practice Physical Therapy - Required
Proof of current CPR certification - Required
Current driver's license - Required
Must have reliable transportation and insurance - Required
2 years experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant - Required

Education
Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy - Required

Employee Benefits:  

At LanceSoft, full time regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours a week or more are entitled to the following benefits:  
Four options of medical Insurance 
Dental and Vision Insurance 
401k Contributions 
Critical Illness Insurance  
Voluntary Permanent Life Insurance  
Accident Insurance 
Other Employee Perks 
 
About LanceSoft 
LanceSoft is rated as one of the largest staffing firms in the US by SIA. Our mission is to establish global cross-culture human connections that further the careers of our employees and strengthen the businesses of our clients. We are driven to use the power of our global network to connect businesses with the right people, and people with the right businesses without bias. We provide Global Workforce Solutions with a human touch. 
 
EEO Employer 

LanceSoft is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.  

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. LanceSoft makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.