Physical Therapist Assistant

CoxHealth Rehabilitation Hospital • Ozark, MO

27d • Onsite

About The Position

CoxHealth Rehabilitation In Partnership with Select Medical is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant for its inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Ozark, Missouri. The hospital provides care for people facing medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges associated with brain and spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. This per diem position pays $33 per hour. The role works under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist to help implement therapy plans of care. Orientation is provided, and the position may offer a path to potential full-time opportunities.

Requirements

• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Certified BLS, or completion of BLS within the first 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing therapy plans of care under the direct supervision of a licensed PT.
• Delegate and direct supportive personnel for assigned patients to enhance patient care services.
• Communicate consistently with the supervising PT about scheduled patients and the need for assessment or reassessment, treatment-plan modifications, and other interventions requiring therapist direction.
• Participate in education for patients, families, students, coworkers, and self.
• Perform other professional duties associated with patient care within the scope of practice.

Benefits

• Extensive orientation program.
• Potential opportunity to advance to a full-time position.
• Benefits supporting financial, work/life, and emotional well-being for employees and family members.
• Per diem employees may be eligible for a 401(k) after reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed