Job Description
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Pay Range: $35.00 - $45.00
*Relocation Assistance Available For Full-Time Position* Status: PRN Available
Location: Avamere Three Fountains - 835 Crater Lake Ave, Medford, OR 97504
Apply at Teamavamere.com Join a collaborative, therapist-led team at Avamere Three Fountains, a 117-bed skilled nursing facility with a spacious therapy gym, kitchen, and access to a health club and swimming pool for therapy sessions. We offer in-house therapy services across Avamere communities in Oregon and Washington-no travel between buildings required.
Why Join Avamere? - In-House Therapy Model - No contract therapy
- Supportive Culture - Therapist-run with a strong interdisciplinary team
- Manageable Productivity Goals
- Flexible Schedules - Options for 40-hour workweeks and PRN
- Career Growth - Mentorship, training, and advancement opportunities
Qualifications: - Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant curriculum
- Hold an active license to practice Physical Therapy by the State Licensing Board
- Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
- Full knowledge of resident's rights
- Exudes professionalism in presentation
- Ability to multitask
- Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
- CPR certification
Key Responsibilities: - Implements and executes on established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
- Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements
- Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations
- Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements
- Supports and participates in department operations and development
- Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis
Benefits: At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
- 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
- EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
- Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
- Generous employee referral bonus program.
- Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
- Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
- Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.
Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Relief, Relocation package, Flexible hours,