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    "description": "<h2>Overview</h2>\n<p>NaphCare is hiring a <strong>Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) </strong>to join our team of medical professionals in the <strong>Arizona Department of Corrections-Perryville </strong>in<strong> Goodyear, AZ.</strong></p>\n<p>  </p>\n<p>As a <strong>Correctional Physical Therapist Assistant</strong>, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical and dental needs.</p>\n<h2>Responsibilities</h2>\n<p>As a <strong>Physical Therapist Assistant</strong> for NaphCare, you will work under the supervision of a physical therapist to help patients regain movement, manage pain, and recover from injuries. 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If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and<strong> strongly support career advancement within the company.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><u>NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:</u></strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!</li>\n <li>Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one</li>\n <li>Lowest Cost Benefits!</li>\n <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services</li>\n <li>401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!</li>\n <li>Tuition Assistance</li>\n <li>Referral bonuses</li>\n <li>Term life insurance at no cost to the employee</li>\n <li>Generous paid time off & paid holidays</li>\n <li>Free continuing education and CMEs</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail? </strong><strong>See what our RNs do:</strong></p>\n<p>NaphCare - Life as an RN - YouTube</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, <strong>apply directly to the position to initiate the application process</strong>, and I’ll be in touch.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><em>Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran</em></strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Follow Us:</strong> Instagram <strong>|</strong> Facebook <strong>|</strong> LinkedIn <strong>|</strong> Advancing Correctional Healthcare | NaphCare</p>\n<p>#NCE</p>",
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