GiaCare is now accepting resumes for a civilian Physical Therapy Assistant to work full-time in anticipation for a future position at Hurlburt Field AFB, Florida.

 

Job Qualifications:

Degree/Education: Associate's Degree. Graduate from a college or university accredited by the CAPTE

Experience: One year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant after graduation

Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a physical therapist assistant. 

Certifications: Basic Life Support. Possess current certification as a PT assistant/technician as determined by the APTA

 

Job Duties: 

Carry out a program of corrective exercise and treatment for assigned patients, as directed by the head physical therapist. Under supervision, administer such treatment as exercise, gait training, massage, whirlpool, hot packs, diathermy, ultrasound, paraffin, ice packs and traction. Instruct patients on segments of the program including proper use of wheelchairs, crutches, braces, and prosthetic appliances and devices.Administer traction to relieve neck and back pain, using intermittent and static traction equipment. Instruct, motivate, and assist patients to learn and improve functional activities, such as pre-ambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities.Fit patients for, adjust, and train patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.

As a GiaCare employee, you may enjoy the following benefits:

Medical Insurance (100% covered by employer)Vision InsuranceDental InsuranceShort-Term Disability InsuranceLife and AD&D InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)401k (non-matching)Employee Referral ProgramA wide variety of employee discounts

Apply below or send resume to RECRUITMENT@GIACARE.COM 

*GiaCare is an equal opportunity employer.