Physical Therapist Assistant-PRN (Northwest, AR)

• 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
• Two (2) years of PTA experience

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

• →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.

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.