Physical Therapist Assistant – Ortho/Spine
Aspirus Health
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Madison • Wisconsin • United States
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Salary
💰 $25 - $38 per hour
Job Level
About the role
- Treat a general orthopedic/spine patient population of all ages, assist the supervising physical therapist in guiding this patient population through appropriate individualized rehabilitation programs to meet the goals and objectives per the Physical Therapist’s evaluation and plan of care.
- Efficiently communicate with PTs, physician referral sources, and other UW Health departments for care coordination and collaboration.
- Work within a large, dynamic rehabilitation team to continually provide exceptional patient and family centered care.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant Required
- Prior healthcare experience Required
- Home Health: One (1) year prior PTA or equivalent experience Required
- Professional experience as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Preferred
- Home Health: One (1) year home health therapy experience as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Preferred
- State of Wisconsin licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant Upon Hire Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 3 months Required
- Valid Wisconsin driver’s license and current auto insurance Upon Hire Required
Benefits
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plans
- Two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
rehabilitation programspatient careindividualized carehome health therapyphysical therapy assistance
Soft Skills
communicationcollaborationteamworkpatient-centered care
Certifications
Associate's Degree as a Physical Therapist AssistantState of Wisconsin licensure as a Physical Therapist AssistantBasic Life Support (BLS)