Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Status: Temporary/Short-Term Assignments

Schedule: Assignment Length May Vary Based on Facility Need

Location: Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside - 4515 Sunnyside RD SE, Salem, OR 97302

Apply at Teamavamere.com

We are hiring a Temporary Physical Therapist Assistant PTA for a short-term therapy assignment at our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside in Salem, OR. This role is designed to provide interim coverage and is ideal for clinicians seeking temporary, contract-style work without agency involvement.

Why Consider This Temporary Role:

• Work directly with an in-house therapy team
• No agency placement fees or productivity pressure
• Predictable schedule during assignment
• Supportive facility leadership and rehab team
• Competitive temporary pay rates

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the rehab team during a temporary coverage period

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  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

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum

• Must be a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Oregon

• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
• 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 fluently
• Must have a current and active CPR/BLS Certification

• Experience in Skilled Nursing Facility or post-acute care preferred

• Ability to step into a temporary / interim role

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

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