Physical Therapist Assistant-PRN (Northwest, AR)
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Summary
We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Outpatient Therapy Clinical team. The PTA is a member of the interdisciplinary team that provides direct patient care and treats patients of all ages, monitoring the care and progress of patients in their care. This position is governed by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy, state and federal laws, and agency policy.
Job description
Summary of Job Duties
We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Outpatient Therapy Clinical team. The PTA is a member of the interdisciplinary team that provides direct patient care and treats patients of all ages, monitoring the care and progress of patients in their care. This position is governed by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy, state and federal laws, and agency policy.
Key Responsibilities
- Works closely with the supervising physical therapist to implement therapeutic plans and provides daily mobility and balance treatments.
- Prepares and operates physical therapy equipment to include sanitizing, sterilizing and/or disinfecting equipment.
- Documents daily treatments and observations in patient's progress notes and prepares monthly patient performance summary as related to program goals and objectives and submits to physical therapist.
This is a PRN position.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Applied Science in PT
- One (1) year of PTA experience or new grad with clinical experience in an outpatient setting
- Licensed by the Arkansas State Medical Board as a PTA, or eligible to apply and obtain a license within 30-days of hire
- Ability to read, write, and communicate to clinic staff, physicians, and the public
- Must possess good hand-eye coordination and demonstrate exceptional attention to detail
- Strong background in treatment of neurologic disorders, LSVT or PWR certified (preferred)
- Two (2) years of PTA experience (preferred)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Holiday, Vacation & Sick Leave
- Education Discount
- Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Career Training
- Merchant Discounts
Company overview
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is Arkansas' only comprehensive academic health sciences university and the state's largest public employer. Founded in 1879 by eight physicians, UAMS has evolved into a statewide health system encompassing six colleges: Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Health Professions, Public Health, and Graduate School. As a premier academic medical center, UAMS combines education, research, and clinical care through its UAMS Medical Center, which serves as Arkansas' only adult Level 1 trauma center and the state's sole provider of adult kidney, liver, and pancreas transplants. The institution operates with a $1.3 billion budget and generates over $100 million in annual research funding, maintaining internationally recognized programs in multiple myeloma, aging, and other specialized areas. UAMS supports over 3,000 students, 900 medical residents and fellows, and maintains affiliations with Arkansas Children's Hospital and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. With eight regional campuses across Arkansas, UAMS provides extensive community outreach and telehealth services, ensuring healthcare access throughout the state while contributing approximately $3.92 billion annually to Arkansas' economy.